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King Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

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.

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Foundation Prep
Gravel Driveway
Tree Clearing
Electrical Trench

+15

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Husky Works
5.0(
1
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Serving Whitefish, 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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Montana Excavating Services LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"Montana Excavating Services did a wonderful job on my gravel driveway and it didn't break the bank in order to get it done. It was a great expirerence and the team were courteous, timely, and respectful. I would definitely recommend Clyde Scott and his crew!"
Mr. Scott shows just how crucial it is to be precise in your work.
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+2

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TRK Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tate was very efficient, responsible had great ideas, hard worker and great communication. I would recommend him for any job you need. Contact him at 406'885-3763."
Rock Wall
Alan Block Wall
Backyard Make Over
Cabin Deck
Sod Installation

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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A.T.F. Construction
5.0(
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Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish super easy to work with. They worked around my schedule and kept me under budget. The crew from A.T.F Construction arrived on time they were knowledgeable and professional. They kept me well informed through the entire process. I can’t thank them enough for saving me money where I didn’t need to spend it. They were honest about products and which ones they recommended. I’m over the top happy with the turn out of the floors and paint. A.T.F construction made my home look like new again. Definitely without hesitation going to use them in the future."
Asphalt driveway
Old sliding door
Water line service and tap
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Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project

+16

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Flathead Excavation
5.0(
3
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Serving Whitefish, 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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Serving Whitefish, 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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T5 Services, LLC
4.3(
43
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Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"John did some excavation work for me and was very concerned about possible drainage issues. He excavated accordingly and did a very nice job. Honest and helpful. would hire again for any site preparation, thanks"
T5 Gravel LLC
T5 Gravel LLC
T5 Gravel LLC
T5 Gravel LLC
T5 Gravel LLC

+26

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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