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High Ridge Excavation, LLC

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High Ridge Excavation, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

High Ridge Excavation LLC is a land clearing and excavation company based in Prineville, Ore. We offer professional earthworks, trenching, land clearing services, and so much more to ensure that you have a site ready for construction and a solid base beneath your feet.

"Fine people to deal with did their job as they stated completed it well highly recommend"

RAYMOND L on December 2023

High Ridge Excavation LLC is a land clearing and excavation company based in Prineville, Ore. We offer professional earthworks, trenching, land clearing services, and so much more to ensure that you have a site ready for construction and a solid base beneath your feet.

"Fine people to deal with did their job as they stated completed it well highly recommend"

RAYMOND L on December 2023


Petrie Enterprises, Inc.

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Petrie Enterprises, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A General Contractor with extensive experience in all phases of construction and remodeling. The Petrie difference is that not only do we have good management and relationship skills, we have done the work and have personal skill in every aspect of the job from excavation through finish. We're backed by years of experience and don't need to rely on subcontractors or a project manager to assure quality and best practices. When you work with Petrie Enterprises Inc you know you will get the knowledge, integrity, and quality that is sometimes lacking in today's market.

"Considering we started a new build in the Covid era, Mark knew when and where to order materials so that they arrived on time and at a reasonable price. He scheduled sub-contractors in a timely fashion and finished our project within a year. Marks primary crew Miguel and Trace did an outstanding job from foundation to finish and were a pleasure to work with. Mark has been in this business for many years, he is patient and has a sense of humor to get you through the difficult times. We would recommend Mark Petrie for any Custom Home you may be considering."

John M on September 2023

A General Contractor with extensive experience in all phases of construction and remodeling. The Petrie difference is that not only do we have good management and relationship skills, we have done the work and have personal skill in every aspect of the job from excavation through finish. We're backed by years of experience and don't need to rely on subcontractors or a project manager to assure quality and best practices. When you work with Petrie Enterprises Inc you know you will get the knowledge, integrity, and quality that is sometimes lacking in today's market.

"Considering we started a new build in the Covid era, Mark knew when and where to order materials so that they arrived on time and at a reasonable price. He scheduled sub-contractors in a timely fashion and finished our project within a year. Marks primary crew Miguel and Trace did an outstanding job from foundation to finish and were a pleasure to work with. Mark has been in this business for many years, he is patient and has a sense of humor to get you through the difficult times. We would recommend Mark Petrie for any Custom Home you may be considering."

John M on September 2023


Three Forks Excavation

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Three Forks Excavation

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 years of experience

We have a devoted customer base that has returned to us numerous times for their site clearing. We offer friendly customer service. Our hardworking staff communicates with clients to ensure you are satisfied with our work. We cannot wait to show you are skillset.

"Claude was great to work with. Claude trenched the power line and laid the conduit. Cut a new driveway and graveled it. Leveled a pad. I can't say enough things about how good he was to work with. I had ideas about how to do the project Claude showed me how it could be done better and cheaper."

Michael M on August 2020

We have a devoted customer base that has returned to us numerous times for their site clearing. We offer friendly customer service. Our hardworking staff communicates with clients to ensure you are satisfied with our work. We cannot wait to show you are skillset.

"Claude was great to work with. Claude trenched the power line and laid the conduit. Cut a new driveway and graveled it. Leveled a pad. I can't say enough things about how good he was to work with. I had ideas about how to do the project Claude showed me how it could be done better and cheaper."

Michael M on August 2020


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CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC

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CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC

5.00(
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Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

With 21 years of experience, CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC 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.

"I hired Ben to recreate a retaining wall on my property. I gave home some guidance on how it should look, provided pictures and examples, however as he started to lay it out I had some modifications and feedback. He took all feedback and used his skills and experience to make it look natural but also function as a retaining wall. Beautiful and functional work at the end of the day and very reasonable pricing."

Trieu P on December 2025

With 21 years of experience, CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC 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.

"I hired Ben to recreate a retaining wall on my property. I gave home some guidance on how it should look, provided pictures and examples, however as he started to lay it out I had some modifications and feedback. He took all feedback and used his skills and experience to make it look natural but also function as a retaining wall. Beautiful and functional work at the end of the day and very reasonable pricing."

Trieu P on December 2025


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HD Structures LLC

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HD Structures LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
20 years of experience
Warranties offered

BRINGING THE VISION OF YOUR DREAM HOME TO LIFE. Through our collaborative and coherent design-build approach, we help transform your unique custom home vision into the luxury home of your dreams. Building lasting relationships with people who are as concerned as much about the details as we are is just as important to us as the rest of the building process. We are committed to delivering an amazing customer experience. We offer a heightened level of communication and transparency that helps to quickly build a level of trust. With this, you will be able to focus on the exciting parts of your project and put all the usual worries of construction aside."

"They are an excellent firm,they have great comunication and do superior work."

Gary L on February 2023

BRINGING THE VISION OF YOUR DREAM HOME TO LIFE. Through our collaborative and coherent design-build approach, we help transform your unique custom home vision into the luxury home of your dreams. Building lasting relationships with people who are as concerned as much about the details as we are is just as important to us as the rest of the building process. We are committed to delivering an amazing customer experience. We offer a heightened level of communication and transparency that helps to quickly build a level of trust. With this, you will be able to focus on the exciting parts of your project and put all the usual worries of construction aside."

"They are an excellent firm,they have great comunication and do superior work."

Gary L on February 2023


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Nelson Pacific Corporation

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Nelson Pacific Corporation

5.00(
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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our team has years of experience operating equipment in tight spaces, remaining efficient despite the obstacles. Central Oregon has been our home for nearly 60 years, and we are dedicated to bringing the best quality work to your project, and our community.

"Extremely professional, clean, and skilled. Got the job done far faster than I could?ve imagined. Graded out a building slab, trenched out irrigation and installed and prepped sidewalk. I originally imagined it would take 3 weeks he did it in 1 with superior quality."

Greg D on November 2025

Our team has years of experience operating equipment in tight spaces, remaining efficient despite the obstacles. Central Oregon has been our home for nearly 60 years, and we are dedicated to bringing the best quality work to your project, and our community.

"Extremely professional, clean, and skilled. Got the job done far faster than I could?ve imagined. Graded out a building slab, trenched out irrigation and installed and prepped sidewalk. I originally imagined it would take 3 weeks he did it in 1 with superior quality."

Greg D on November 2025


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L R Excavation, LLC

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L R Excavation, LLC

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20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are 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

We are 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


"They showed up right on time and quickly found the source of the problem."

William H on January 2019

American Leak Detection offers the highest level of expertise in the field of leak detection and line locating. We are licensed and bonded in Oregon and Washington. Award winning.

"They showed up right on time and quickly found the source of the problem."

William H on January 2019


"Excellent, triple A with wings!"

Richard K on July 2020

Boasting over 20 years experience, our service professionals will take care of any environmental issue you are experiencing. We are available 24/7 so contact us now!

"Excellent, triple A with wings!"

Richard K on July 2020


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The depth of a septic tank’s drain lines is between 18 and 36 inches underground. These pipes are filled with perforations and surrounded by sand, gravel, or a combination of both, as both materials help filter wastewater. While some pipes are buried closer to the surface, this can create problems unless the soil is compact and doesn’t shift much. 

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or yard leveling. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

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