Site excavation
Cutting and moving soil to prepare an area for planned construction or improvements.
Rivera Improvements / Services
Make room for what comes next
Excavation & Earthmoving
Excavation and earthmoving for building sites, large residential improvements, and property development across the Willamette Valley.
The work
What this service involves
Excavation is more than moving dirt. Access, existing grades, material handling and the next construction phase all affect how a site should be approached.
Serving Beaverton, Clackamas, Salem and surrounding Willamette Valley communities. Work is evaluated by scope, schedule and applicable licensing.
Scope & considerations
What we can discuss
Earthmoving and material handling
Repositioning excavated material on site or discussing hauling requirements for excess material.
Access and work sequencing
Considering equipment access, nearby structures and the order in which other trades will need the site.
Before you call
Information that helps us assess your project
Share what you have. You do not need every item to start a conversation.
- Project address and a short description of what will be built
- Available plans or approximate excavation dimensions
- Site access, slope and known underground utilities
- Whether material will stay on site or may require hauling
Questions
Frequently asked
Do you handle steep properties?
Sloped properties can require more planning for access, material movement and drainage. Share photos and site details so we can discuss project fit.
Can you coordinate with my builder?
For projects involving other trades, sharing the construction schedule and relevant site plans early helps identify the required scope.
Do I need plans before asking for an estimate?
You can start with a description and photos. Larger or engineered projects may need plans before accurate pricing.
Related services & reading
More planning advice: Read the relevant From the Ground Up article →
Have a site in mind?
Tell us the location, scope and timeline. Nicholas Armstrong coordinates new project inquiries.
Request a project conversation (971) 514-3224