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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Yakima - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Legendary Dirt Diggers
Legendary Dirt Diggers
4.6(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They went above and beyond for our project. They did exactly what we wanted and more. They even went as far as helping get some debris moved for us while they had their equipment out here. They built us these two beautiful rock retaining walls with ramps down the center and even went above and beyond by adding gravel to the second/third tier when I had mentioned I wanted to do it in the future. Their pricing was fair and they even helped out my mother in law to do some work. *If I could post a photo I would, but the file size is too large*"
Dirt Work
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ybarra Professional Builders
4.3(
80
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just to say thank you you Dave and Ibarra for this wonderful job on replacing my electrical panel done by Luis and also by installing new cabinets and countertops for my kitchen. I want to thank everyone for being so efficient and Iâ m happy tabarra did this for me."
Response time4 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Advanced Hardscapes LLC
Advanced Hardscapes LLC
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Advance Hardscapes LLC did an excellent job on my retaining wall. From start to finish, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. The quality of their workmanship really shows—the wall is solid, well-built, and looks great. They paid close attention to detail, stayed on schedule, and made sure everything was done right. I’m very happy with the final result and would highly recommend Advance Hardscapes LLC to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality hardscape work."
Lawn remodel
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Wooden Fence
Retaining wall

+1

Avatar for Joe
Joe
4.1(
197
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired Joe for a variety of lawn and yard services over the past 7 years; from mowing, to massive yard clean up, to sprinkler repair and tree removal, he does it all. He is always timely, friendly, professional and beats the competition prices every time!!! Definitely recommend!!!"
Backyard patio
Pavers
Pavers
Pavers
Driveway

+13

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Stenersen Excavating, Inc.
Stenersen Excavating, Inc.
5.0(
2
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Stenersen Excavating, Inc. is owned by Kenneth Stenersen. At Stenersen Excavating, we proudly continue the legacy of Kenneth’s father who spent over 40 years in the excavating business. Growing up surrounded by machines from a young age, we have developed a profound understanding of the industry. Our expertise and experience allow us to provide exceptional excavating services tailored to your needs. Integrity is our top priority, and we adhere to strict guidelines to protect our team and clients. At Stenersen Excavating, we value open communication and transparency, building lasting relationships with our clients. Trust us to deliver outstanding results, backed by a lifetime of experience and a passion of the excavating business.

Drainfield
Drainlines
Drainline
Backfill
Tank Replacement

+4

Response time5 hrs
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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