Find a excavating company in Seattle, WA

Find excavating companies in Seattle, WA

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Top 10 excavating companies in Seattle, WA

Homeowners agree: these Seattle excavating companies are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Sergio Rodriguez Landscape

Sergio Rodriguez Landscape

5.0(1)
1 hire on HomeGuide
15+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA
Lisa says, "I love job" Read more
Pnw Landscape & Construction

Pnw Landscape & Construction

Serves Seattle, WA
We are a small family landscape company with over 12 years of experience ., we take pride in our work . coming from a carpenter trade and experience with previous landscape companies has brought us to overcome and achieve projects .
Arizala Landscaping General Contractor

Arizala Landscaping General Contractor

5.0(1)
15+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA
Andrew B. says, "Excelent service, good work for fence." Read more
Advanced Landscape Management, Inc.

Advanced Landscape Management, Inc.

39+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA
Advanced Landscape Management, founded in 1986, is committed to serving Snohomish, Washington and surrounding areas. As a professional landscape management company, they provide a comprehensive range of services from mowing, weeding, and edging to complete landscape design, renovation, and installation of underground sprinkler systems. Their team of certified nurserymen and proud members of the Irrigation Association and the Better Business Bureau, ensures quality service and consultation. With their attention to detail, they guarantee customer satisfaction, regardless of the job size.
Supremax Construction LLC

Supremax Construction LLC

5.0(1)
2 hires on HomeGuide
8+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA & Online
Mike E. says, "I've had Diego work on several home maintenance and improvement projects on my home. He is very knowledgeable about roofing, painting , siding, and landscaping and concrete and pavers. Will definitely call him for my next project to replace my flooring. Honest and trustworthy and does great work for a great price." Read more
Naturetech

Naturetech

4+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA
Nature tech llc. LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION Design remodel and build high end landscapes. We bring solutions and provide all types of care and maintenance, mowing trimming pressure washing etc. for your garden. Commercial and residential, irrigation hardscape patios pathways, firepits driveways. All types of walls. Anything to upgrade or facilitate your outdoor experiences. Presentable for higher for value and unique style.
J&M BUILDERS LLC

J&M BUILDERS LLC

5.0Exceptional(7)
15+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA
Joseph B. says, "Meeting them for the first time and needing to get the job done. Not only did they too great precaution in locating utilities and everything but they are fast and they are reliable. When they say it will be done they will get it done. We would like to thank these hardworking men's for making sure our project is completed." Read more
Gorgeous Gardens LLC

Gorgeous Gardens LLC

5.0(3)
23+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA
Ashley O. says, "I hired Gorgeous Gardens LLC to work on several different projects on my home. The customer service exceeded my expectations as the owner personally called me to formulate a plan which would work best for my property. I was blown away by how quickly work began. Within 24 hours the crew was at my home clearing away the area. The work is beautiful. Not only did I get my monies worth but they went above and beyond to give me what I wanted. I highly recommend them. The crew is friendly and respectful. They have a critical eye to help guide any homeowner to find the best fit for their home. But also the owner helped to guide me in addressing issues at my home, like gutter drainage, that I had not contemplated. I strongly recommend Gorgeous Gardens." Read more
Washington State General Contracting

Washington State General Contracting

5.0(1)
3 hires on HomeGuide
14+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA & Online
Steve K. says, "They did an amazing job! Walked me and my wife through the entire project and everything was done just as they had explained! Thank you so much!" Read more
G&E LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR LLC

G&E LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR LLC

7+ years in business
Serves Seattle, WA
G&E strives for the best. We recently upgraded to general contractor because of the quantity of demand of jobs we receive are increasing day by day. G&E specializes in landscaping: pavers, fencing, first clean ups, sprinkle system, retaining walls & planting. In addition, we also have specialist that also do commercial & residential painting.Now we are accepting new costumers for house cleaning. We provide customers with good service, hoping to leave our customer happy to their satisfation. Not to mention, G&E is bonded, licensed & insured. We look forward working with you. G&E priority is our customer's satisfaction. We enjoy seeing them hap...

Your Excavation Services questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

How much does excavation cost?

Excavation costs $2.50 to $15.00 per cubic yard or $1,100 to $5,600 total on average, depending on the project type and size, the accessibility of the job site, the soil type, and if there are any underground obstacles that could interfere.

Common excavation projects and costs include:

  • Digging an in-ground swimming pool costs $1,000 to $5,000.
  • Excavating a driveway or patio costs $1,000 to $2,500.
  • Digging a basement for new construction costs $1,500 to $10,000.
  • Excavating a foundation pad for a new home site costs $1,500 to $10,000.

Excavation costs $100 to $300 per hour for a trained operator with their own equipment or $50 to $150 per hour for an operator who uses a mini excavator you've rented separately.

What is excavation?

Excavation involves digging, trenching, dirt removal, and other earthmoving to prepare a site for construction, typically using heavy equipment like an excavator or backhoe. Excavation is required when building a new home or driveway, digging a basement or inground pool, or installing septic or gas lines.

Excavation often includes land clearing, leveling, or grading, though some contractors price these services separately.

How long does excavation take?

Excavation takes 1 to 3 days for small projects and up to 3+ weeks for larger projects or areas with rocky soil, a rock shelf that must be broken up with a jackhammer, or large boulders that must be removed.

If the excavator must use explosives or hydraulic fracturing to blast through a rock shelf or boulder, additional permit and safety requirements may increase the project's length.

Can excavation be done in the winter?

Excavation can be done in the winter, but it's not recommended in areas that experience snow as the thawing snow may cause shifting earth or drainage issues later. The best time to excavate is in the spring, after all snow has thawed and the water has drained or evaporated. Homeowners in areas without snow can excavate at any time.

How do I choose the best excavation company near me?

Follow these tips when hiring an excavation company:

  • Get at least three quotes to compare. Excavation companies require an on-site visit to provide an accurate estimate.
  • Look for pros with Erosion and Sediment Control certification.
  • Ask the contractor about an erosion control plan for your property.
  • Read their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Select a company that is licensed, bonded, and insured.
  • Get a detailed estimate, contract, and warranty in writing before the work begins..
  • Never pay in full before the project starts. Follow a payment plan instead.

What are questions to ask excavation companies when hiring?

Ask these questions to ensure you hire the best excavation company for your project:

  • How long have you been in business?
  • Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
  • Are you certified in Erosion and Sediment Control? What is your erosion control plan for my project?
  • Do you own or rent your excavation equipment? Does the estimate include all equipment and delivery fees?
  • Will you flag any buried pipes and utility lines before work begins?
  • Does the estimate include leveling and/or grading the land?
  • Does the estimate include fill dirt, topsoil, and dirt delivery fees?
  • Does the estimate include site cleanup and debris removal?
  • What other costs might come up during the project?
  • Will this project require permits, and will you obtain them?
  • How long will the project take?

Reviews for Seattle excavating companies

Recent success stories from people in the Seattle area.
John M.
Our project is located out in Bothell. They came out in such short notice. They got the job done as expected. We appreciate working with us from day one. Now this project is completed we would like to recommend their services to anyone who's looking to get concrete driveway or concrete services and retaining walls they make the job look so easy. They also built the deck of our home. Great crew, respectful, friendly and very open minded.
J&M BUILDERS LLC
Sue P.
Tom takes the time to listen to my requests and is great at designing and implementing a landscape that really works. His quick response times to lawn/garden emergencies and simple requests alike is one of the things I value. The Gorgeous Gardens lawn care crew are extremely reliable and do an outstanding job. Can't recommend Gorgeous Gardens highly enough!
Gorgeous Gardens LLC
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