FAQ

What areas do you serve?
We proudly serve San Juan County and surrounding areas. Please contact us with your specific location to confirm service availability.
Why do I need professional site preparation and excavation?
Professional services ensure your project starts on a stable, safe, and compliant foundation. This includes accurate utility locating to prevent dangerous strikes, proper grading and soil stabilization for structural integrity, and securing necessary permits to avoid legal issues and costly delays.
What is the first step in starting a new project?
The first step is a Site Assessment and Consultation. We'll discuss your project scope, evaluate the land's topography and soil, and outline the necessary steps, including permit requirements and utility locating.

What are underground utilities?
Underground utilities are the buried infrastructure that provides essential services. This includes water mains and service lines, sewer and septic lines, natural gas lines, electrical conduits, and telecommunication cables.
What should I do before any digging begins on my property?
You must always call 811 (or your local "Call Before You Dig" service) before any excavation. This free service will mark the location of existing utility lines on your property to prevent accidental damage, which is a serious safety hazard and can result in significant fines and service disruption.
What kind of Water System Services do you provide?
Our water system services include the installation, repair, and replacement of water mains, service lines, and well lines. This encompasses trenching, pipe laying, connection to public systems (where applicable), and final system inspection.
What is a water service line and who is responsible for it?
A water service line is the pipe that runs from the main water line (usually under the street) to your home or building. In many jurisdictions, the property owner is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the service line from the curb stop or meter to the building.

What does "Site Preparation" involve?
Site preparation is the comprehensive process that gets land ready for construction. Key steps include:

Site Clearing: Removing trees, brush, debris, and existing structures (demolition).
Utility Locating: Marking all existing underground utilities.
Earthwork (Excavation and Grading): Digging trenches (e.g., for foundations, utilities), leveling the land, and shaping the terrain to ensure proper drainage.
Soil Stabilization and Erosion Control: Implementing measures like silt fences and proper grading to prevent soil erosion.
What types of excavation services do you offer?
We offer a full range of excavation services, including:

Trenching for utility installation (water, sewer, electric, gas).
Foundation excavation for residential and commercial buildings.
Land clearing and grading for site leveling and road building.
Drainage and erosion control digging (e.g., French drains, swales).
How deep do you dig for utility lines?
The required depth varies depending on the specific utility and local codes. For example, water lines must be installed below the frost line to prevent freezing, and gas lines have specific depth requirements for safety. We adhere strictly to all federal, state, and local regulations.
How long does an excavation project typically take?
The timeline is highly dependent on the scope and complexity of the project, soil conditions, weather, and necessary permitting. A small residential trenching job may take a day or two, while a large-scale site preparation and grading project could take several weeks or longer. We provide an estimated timeline during your initial consultation.