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Triton Excavation INC
4.6(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came to look at some work on a Saturday and just did it rite then. I wasn't expecting that so was thrilled. Did a great job on a totally miserable project, got it done quickly, cleaned up and cost was very fair. I'd recommend them in a heartbeat"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North West Excavation & Trucking
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Forrest did an excellent job at removing debris from our property. He works fast and thoroughly. Thanks Forry!"
Gallery
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TH Excavation LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"10/10 would recommend to anyone. Came in with a great attitude and was more than accommodating to my needs. Excellent customer service and I no longer experience any flooding! THANK YOU TH EXCAVATION"
Hole under foundation where water was coming in.
Grading
Before
Broken tee fitting
Side of house before we started working.

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EIB Group LLC
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingWater or Fuel Tank - RemoveBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+3 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick and his team were great. Very educational on what to expect out of the process, they were timely and professional, they even re-seeded my yard after the work was completed."
Yesler Sewer
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Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC
4.8(
50
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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

"They were very professional, friendly, honest, and did a great job. They spent extra time and effort to maintain the integrity of my lawn while repairing my sinkholes. Would hire them again anytime I need Excavation or Asphalt."
Parking lot
Parking lot
Parking lot
Parking lot
Before

+4

Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
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NestEx LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"NestEx provided a quick response for our inquiry for getting our yard graded. He provided a quality job at a reasonable price. I can’t recommend him enough. We are super satisfied with the project and will be using him in the future for any upcoming projects. 11 out of 10."
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KLC EXCAVATING LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The guy I spoke to was super professional in person and on the phone. He was able to set clear expectations for what could be done and gave accurate estimates for the work. The gravel they laid out as an extension to my driveway looks fantastic, and I’ll definitely be calling back if I need any more work done!"
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
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Vestige Environmental
4.8(
24
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Their customer service is beyond exceptional they kept us in complete communication loop through the whole process.I would highly recommend them to everybody that need this kind of work"
Soil treatment and export
Mass soil treatment PCS
Plant Volvo 450 Excavator for soil treatment.
Residential UST removal
UST removal

+107

Response time2 days
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Chopic Construction
4.2(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was good , did what I wanted."
Response time2 days
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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.

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