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Excavation and Grading in the Bay Area

Site prep, digging and grading done with the right equipment, so everything built on top starts from solid ground.

What we do

  • Site preparation and clearing
  • Trenching for drainage and utilities
  • Foundation and footing excavation
  • Finish grading and pad preparation
  • Haul-off of excess soil

What to know before you start

Call before you dig

California requires underground utilities to be marked before excavation begins, through the 811 / USA North 811 service. It is a required step on any dig and it protects you and your neighbors.

Soil and slope matter

Hillsides and clay soil change how we dig, where the soil goes and how we control erosion while the work is open. We plan for all of it before equipment arrives.

Examples

Concept rendering of a graded and planted slope
Concept rendering of a graded and planted slope. Design concept, not a completed project.
Concept rendering of a finished graded yard
Concept rendering of a finished graded yard. Design concept, not a completed project.

Questions we hear

Do I need a permit for grading?

Larger grading jobs, changes to drainage patterns and hillside work often need a grading permit. Requirements vary by city and county, and we will tell you what applies.

What happens to the extra soil?

We can haul it off, or reuse it on site for grading or fill where that makes sense. We will spell out which in your estimate.

Can you grade just part of my yard?

Yes. Many projects only need a section of the property prepared, such as a patio area or a drainage swale.

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Tell us about your project. We will look at the site, listen to what you want and give you a written estimate. Serving the Bay Area and Northern California.

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