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Avatar for Rocky Mountain Construction
Rocky Mountain Construction
5.0(
29
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Columbia Falls, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very impressed with Peter and his team at Bridger Construction. They are hard working, responsible, and very thorough. Peter is an excellent communicator-very open and honest. His knowledge and experience with construction and land development are evident in the projects we have underway. We started with several excavation projects and are now moving forward to complete my House and Barn. Itâ s a pleasure to work with Peter and his team."
Metal Shop
Metal Shop Exterior
Metal Shop Interior
Metal Shop Interior
Metal Shop Interior

+12

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Husky Works
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Columbia Falls, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Husky Works is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience. We are proud to provide Montana with exceptional earthwork services. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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King Excavation LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Columbia Falls, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

We are a family-owned and operated excavation and fire mitigation company proudly serving Columbia Falls and the surrounding Flathead Valley. We specialize in providing high-quality dirt work and land management with the personalized service only a small-town family business can offer. Whether you are preparing a site for new construction or protecting your property with professional fire mitigation and tree thinning, we treat every project as if it were our own land. Our goal is to provide honest, dependable results that help our neighbors build and protect their Montana dreams.

Shop Building Prep
Foundation Prep
Gravel Driveway
Tree Clearing
Electrical Trench

+15

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A.T.F. Construction
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Columbia Falls, MT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The guys were great. They were able to finish all of the tasks and a few more. Their pricing was fair and communication was very good. I was out of town while most of the tasks were done. If something came up they reached out and they had a solution. We are planning a bath remodel and they have already submitted a drawing. Their work is great and they’re easy to work with! When was the last time you said that about a contractor? Strongly recommend"
Asphalt driveway
Old sliding door
Water line service and tap
Before
Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project

+16

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mountain States Construction
5.0(
26
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Columbia Falls, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Casey and crew quickly got to work on our project and did an excellent job exceeding our expectations. Would highly recommend. Great communication as well."
Retaining wall install
Retaining wall install
Sidewalk fix
sidewalk fix
Tree removal off roof

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Flathead Excavation
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Columbia Falls, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently worked with Flathead Excavation and couldn't be happier with the experience. From start to finish, their communication was outstanding—they kept us informed every step of the way, answering all of our questions promptly and clearly. The quality of their work was exceptional, and they went above and beyond to ensure everything was done to the highest standard. Their team demonstrated incredible professionalism, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to delivering results that exceeded our expectations. If you're looking for a reliable, hardworking excavation company that truly cares about its clients and the work they provide, I highly recommend Flathead Excavation. A top-notch team that you can trust!"
Concrete Pad
Land Clearing
Laser Level Shop Floor and Patio
Concrete Pad
Land Clearing

+163

Recommended by66%of homeowners
JDR Excavating, LLC
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Columbia Falls, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JDR Excavating, LLC\n is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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