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General Excavation

Versatile Solutions for Every Project

Not every job fits perfectly into a specific category. Sometimes you just need an experienced operator and a machine to get the work done. From digging backyard ponds to widening a driveway, our general excavation services cover the wide range of dirt-work that keeps Victoria properties functional and beautiful.

Common General Projects We Handle:

  • Pool & Hot Tub Excavation: Precision digging for plunge pools, hot tubs, and swim spas, even in tight-access backyards.

  • Driveway & Parking Pads: Excavating for new gravel or paved parking areas, including sub-base prep and compaction.

  • Pond & Water Feature Digging: Creating custom shapes and depths for garden ponds, waterfalls, and reflecting pools.

  • Post Hole & Footing Digging: Using our machines to dig deep, clean holes for fence posts, deck footings, or pergolas.

  • Material Moving & Spreading: Moving piles of soil, mulch, gravel, or river rock from your driveway to where they actually need to be.

  • Backfilling & Compaction: Filling in old trenches or holes and ensuring the ground is packed tight to prevent future sinking.

Why Choose Our General Services?

  • Clean Work Sites: We treat your property with respect. We use plywood "tracking" to protect lawns when necessary and always tidy up at the end of the day.

  • Utility Awareness: Even on "simple" digs, we always check for underground hazards. We don’t break ground until it's safe.

  • Local Expertise: Being based in Victoria, we know the local dump sites, material suppliers, and municipal requirements, saving you time and logistics headaches.

Hourly & Contract Work

We offer flexible pricing models to suit the scale of your project:

  1. Project-Based Quotes: Ideal for specific jobs like a pool dig or a driveway expansion where you want a set price.

  2. Hourly Machine Time: Perfect for "clean-up" days or miscellaneous landscaping where you need a machine and operator to tackle a list of various tasks.

CONTACT US

Victoria, BC

Phone: 778-678-7374

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