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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Salton City - Updated Nov 2026

Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Salton City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was an usual project. It was redoing a mini bar. Hard to find a contractor that would do it or had the time. Homepro was great lead by project manager Shir Hadad. Jumped right in there and took it on and got the job done. Really appreciate their professionalism."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Desert Demo Inc
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Salton City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Aguilera Demolition
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Salton City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We are a family owned business with 15+ years of demolition and environmental experience. We offer services such as interior selective demo, site demo and load out. We also are trained to do mold remediation and assessment.

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
214
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Salton City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We contacted them for remodel of 2 of our bathrooms. Excellent work by the project manager and his team on our master bathroom and guest bathroom remodel. He helped us come up with a good design and took care of everything including scheduling inspections and approval of permits. He even accompanied us during shopping trips and provided valuable inputs to help us pick finishing materials. He is also very receptive of critical feedback and goes the extra mile to make sure we are happy with the work at the end of the day. Overall very pleasant experience working with the manager and his crew. Highly recommended!"
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
Roy Blaine Levering
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Salton City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have dealt with quite a few contractors over the years. He will always find a way to make what you want work, which is a great thing in this day and age. He is extremely easy to work with."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
COMPARAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES INC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Salton City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Rough & Finish Grading \n \nExcavation \n \nTrenching \n \nFootings \n \nLand Improvements \n \nSite Preparation/BPM's \n \nLand Degrubbing \n \nConcrete Breaking and Removal \n \nDriveways & Improvements \n \nSlope and Cut Removal \n \nDirt Backfill & Compaction \n \nDirt/Debris Import & Export \n \nErosion Control \n \nSpecial Auger Footings \n \nImpact Protection Bollard Installation - ESS \n \n \nJC Grading & Excavating is a construction company that takes pride in providing professional and excellent development services in residential, commercial, and industrial markets. We own all the equipment needed to complete the project, making the process and your investment more efficient. This allows us to offer our services at more competitive rates. \n \n?The owner, Joey is personally involved in the entire process. Our team has over 30 years of experience in building and construction. \n \nA CALIFORNIA EARTHWORK AND PAVING CONTRACTOR. LICENSED, INSURED & BONDED \nLIC # 1024802

Bobs Equipment
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Salton City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Salton City, CA

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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