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Avatar for Alpha Excavation
Alpha Excavation
5.0(
60
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent professional service. On time start, on time completion. Super clean up when finished I highly recommend Austin for your construction and excavating needs. He and his team are the best!"
Driveway Concrete Prep
Sidewalk Concrete Prep
Sprinkler Line Chase for Driveways
Start of Excavation and Demolition
After Demolition and Footings

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Red Fox Excavation LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade, and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. With experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your concrete needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed! We look forward to earning your business.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rock Solid Excavation
4.7(
31
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gary responded quickly to our inquiry, quoted us a fair price and performed the work exactly how we wanted Rock Solid Excavation also showed up when they said they would and on time. I look forward to recommending them whenever I get the opportunity."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNG Excavation, LLC
4.2(
37
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased a 12' X 24' Tuff Shed and needed to prepare a base for installation. We contacted TNG Excavation and they quoted a price and came out, removed the old shed pad, laid a border with 2 x 6 pressure treated timber and installed road mix then compacted it. I took pictures of the completed job and sent them to Tuff Shed. They were so impressed, that they now use the pictures as the poster model on how to properly prepare a site. Trevor was super easy to work with too and gave me a military discount. Nicole, the Office Manager was also a dream to work with."
Digging for septic in ID City
Getting ready to dig for tank
Still digging
Found a boulder!
Setting tank

+33

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Santacruz Dirt Works
4.9(
11
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Desert Mountain Construction & Transport, LLC
4.6(
19
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam did an excellent job of installing pavers for our front walkway to our driveway. He also installed low-voltage lighting along the walkway. He was excellent in his follow-up to fix some minor issues that came up with the lighting. Adam was very good at explaining what needed to be done and giving us options when options were available. I would recommend him and I will be giving him a call when we are ready to put pavers in our driveway."
Kuna Barn Clean out
This is the after photo
Using the anchor Meathod to clean off the trailer
Retaining Wall Addition
Pit Drain 1

+24

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C & A Excavating
5.0(
2
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chriss was professional, detail focused and very timely in his work. He kept us informed on updates and progress and the work looks great!"
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Valley County High Mountain Dirt Works, LLC
4.6(
11
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they did foundation excavation, trenches for water, sewer and electric and finish grading. Work was finished in a timelly manner with good results. I would use them again."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Montclair Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Caldwell, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service. Iâ m very happy with the work that was done. He went above and beyond. Moved my planter boxes and even brought me some fertilizer just to be nice!"
Regulation Trench
Unmarked pipe discovered
Excavation and Backfill
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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