Excavation & Earthmoving
Excavation for substantial residential and commercial site projects.
Explore service →Excavation, site preparation, earthmoving, retaining walls, and drainage work across Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Big projects start with solid groundwork.
A look at a residential earthmoving and grading project, from the existing property conditions to equipment on site and excavation progress.



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From excavation and grading to drainage and retaining walls, Rivera Improvements helps move significant projects forward. Discuss your project scope with our team.
Excavation for substantial residential and commercial site projects.
Explore service →Site preparation, grading and earthmoving for commercial projects.
Explore service →Retaining wall projects for challenging grades and larger properties.
Explore service →Drainage improvements, French drains and water-management sitework.
Explore service →Prepare ground for construction, access and property improvements.
Explore service →Clearing and preparation for future site development.
Explore service →Excavation support for new construction and foundations.
Explore service →Planning commercial improvements, preparing a development site, or looking for sitework support on an upcoming build? Tell us your location, plans, timeline, and the work you need completed.
Based on project size and scheduling, Rivera Improvements serves communities throughout the Portland metro, Clackamas County, and the mid-Willamette Valley.
Rivera Improvements LLC was first licensed in Oregon in 2016. Check current licensing details directly with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board.
Check CCB information →Useful guides to excavation, grading, drainage and commercial site preparation in Oregon.

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