Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Tacoma, WA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Excavation pros in Tacoma

Avatar for Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC
Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC
4.8(
50
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick response and turnaround time. Hired them to clear and grade about 3/4 of an acre on our property. They came to check out my land and gave me a quote next business day. Started the project the next week and finished same day. Professional and kind crew. I'd use them for future projects."
Parking lot
Parking lot
Parking lot
Parking lot
Before

+4

Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
174 neighbors recently requested a quote
Fuel Tank Installation Company, Inc.
4.9(
22
)
Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Totally professional, cordial, & detail oriented. Many thanks to Paul and Ron for doing such a fantastic job! Our large fuel tank had shifted underground, but they handled the unusual situation well. Dig site looks perfect, as though untouched. Too bad we only had 1 fuel tank, because I'd gladly hire them again.Paul even arranged to have our oil burner picked up by someone that may be able to reuse it. Thank you!"
Large Tank Removal
Oil Tank Decommission
Oil Tank Decommission
Oil Tank Decommission
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for NestEx LLC
NestEx LLC
5.0(
6
)
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend NestEx LLC. We needed a gravel pad prepared for 2 sheds on very short notice, and he truly saved the day. Despite the tight timeline, he went out of his way to accommodate us by coming out on a Saturday to get the job done. His professionalism and attention to detail were evident from the moment he started. He meticulously dug out the soil and leveled the entire area before taking his time to expertly layer layer and compact the gravel. You can tell he takes immense pride in his work; the base is rock-solid and perfectly even. What impressed me the most was his thoughtfulness. After finishing a thorough cleanup of the area, he was gracious enough enough to cover the entire pad to protect it from the incoming rain. He wanted to ensure the gravel wouldn’t be compromised so it could harden properly- a level of care you rarely see. If you want someone reliable, hardworking, and genuinely dedicated to quality, look no further. 5 stars all the way."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Vestige Environmental
Vestige Environmental
4.8(
24
)
Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Its a little expensive but you are dealing with potential hazard materials so I get it. The people are super friendly, they were fast, on time and the quality of the work is excellent. Great company and I wouldn't hesitate to hire back."
Soil treatment and export
Mass soil treatment PCS
Plant Volvo 450 Excavator for soil treatment.
Residential UST removal
UST removal

+107

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Sound Property Investments Inc
Sound Property Investments Inc
5.0(
6
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I built several speculative houses and Scott handle the job from start to finish from clearing the lot, setting the elevation for the new home to downspout systems, backfill, sewer hooks, water service hookups and grading the property ready for landscaping. He also does Right of way work for concrete driveway approaches and sidewalks. Would highly recommend this contractor to my friends and hire him again for any future jobs."
Excavation
Excavation
Project Photo
New construction build
Sewer

+102

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 200

FAQs for excavation projects in Tacoma, WA

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.

The Tacoma, WA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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