Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Ethete, WY

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Ethete, WY?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Excavation pros in Ethete, WY

*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Ethete, WY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Excavation companies in Ethete, WY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

Last update on May 12, 2026

Find Excavation pros in Ethete

Avatar for Enduro Custom Homesteads
Enduro Custom Homesteads
5.0(
1
)

Serving Ethete, WY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"i was in a crunch for time to remodel a shower at my in laws, and went by word of mouth to find Thomas company, and I am very happy I did! It was a difficult remodel, as my in laws home is very old, built in the 50s, and none of the walls in the bathroom were squared or leveled, thinking he would have a difficult time. but the remodel was finished in time, below budget, and the end result was beautiful! His team were all highly professional and very trustworthy, as i had to give them access to a residential home with no one living there, and they are very trustworthy! Its a locally owned company, no need to travel outside of Lander to have custom work done. I highly recommend Enduro for a build out or a remodel!"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Chambers Excavating Inc.
Chambers Excavating Inc.
5.0(
10
)

Serving Ethete, WY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"John is very personable a great person, worked promptly to get my land cleared and graded and did an excellent job. Highly recommend."
Response time3 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Showing 1-10 of 18
Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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.

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 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.

The Ethete, WY homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles