Serving Idaho counties: Kootenai, Bonner, Benewah, Shoshone, Latah, Nez Perce, and Clearwater
Excavation Services Near Coeur d'Alene in Kootenai County, ID
Excavation Services Near Coeur d'Alene in Kootenai County, ID: What You Really Need to Know
Thinking about digging for a new driveway, foundation, or drainage fix? You need it done right — no excuses, no half-finished jobs. At Western Earthworks LLC, we get it. We’ve helped plenty of homeowners who were let down before, and we’ve built our name on listening, showing up, and doing honest work. No big promises — just real excavation services tailored to your needs. Simple as that.
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What’s the Cost of Excavation in Kootenai County?
The truth is, excavation pricing isn’t one-size-fits-all. It depends on the size of the job, how accessible your land is, what kind of equipment we need to bring in, and how the soil behaves. Rocky, root-heavy, or saturated soil takes more work (and more time). So does tight access.
That said, here’s a rough breakdown:
Basic trenching or grading – starting at $1,200–$3,500
Small site prep or utility trenching – $3,000–$10,000
Larger site development or foundation digging – $10,000+
We give firm, honest estimates — no mystery math, no inflated numbers. And if we see something that could affect the cost before we dig, you’ll know upfront.
Common Excavation Problems (And How to Dodge Them)
Excavation might seem like just “digging,” but when it’s done wrong, it creates headaches that can cost you thousands to fix. Here’s what we help you avoid:
Improper grading that leads to water pooling around your home
Cut utility lines because someone didn’t do their homework
Collapsing trench walls from poor safety prep
Miscommunication between contractors, leading to delays and finger-pointing
We’ve been called in to fix these messes — and we’d rather help you avoid them in the first place. Our process includes site planning, utility locating, and double-checking every step so you’re not stuck cleaning up someone else’s shortcuts.
DIY vs. Hiring a Local Excavation Contractor: Which Actually Saves You Money?
Renting a mini excavator from the local equipment yard might seem like the budget-friendly option — until you hit a pipe, break a line, or realize the slope isn’t right and water now drains toward your house instead of away from it.
We’ve seen DIY attempts cost homeowners double the original job once repairs were added in.
Hiring an excavation company isn’t just about having the right machine — it’s about experience, problem-solving, and having someone who’s done this hundreds of times. We’re trained to catch the things most people don’t even think to look for.
So unless your goal is to learn the hard way, trust a team who knows this ground.
See Our Excavation
✔️ Commercial Excavation
✔️ Residential Excavation
✔️ Dozer Work
✔️ Brush mowing/Brush hogging
✔️ Driveways - dirt and gravel
✔️ Demolition
✔️ Pond Construction
✔️ Retaining Wall
✔️ French Drain
✔️ Road construction - Dirt & Gravel
✔️ Forestry Mulching
✔️ Utilities Trenching
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✔️ Basement Excavation
✔️ Grading
✔️ Site Preparation
✔️ Retaining Walls
✔️ Drainage Systems
✔️ Land Clearing
What Are You Waiting For?
How to Choose the Right Excavation Contractor in Kootenai County
Before you hire anyone, ask the right questions:
Will they walk the site with you before giving a price?
Do they have a plan for utility locates and permits?
Can they explain their process in a way that makes sense?
Will they adapt to the job if unexpected issues come up?
Can you actually get a hold of them when you need to?
Whether it’s us or someone else — you deserve a contractor who checks those boxes. It’s not just about digging. It’s about trust, communication, and results.
What You Can Expect When You Work With Western Earthworks LLC
Some homeowners want to save as much as possible. Others want long-term drainage solutions. Some just want it done yesterday. Whatever your priority is, we build the plan around that — not the other way around.
We will:
Walk your site and talk through options
Help you understand the process in plain terms
Flag anything that might increase cost before work begins
Work safely, cleanly, and communicate throughout
Finish the job the right way — no disappearing acts
No drama. No pressure. Just a straight-up crew doing what we do best — excavation that works the first time.
Hours: Open 24 Hours
Extended hours by appointment only.
Address: 6273 West Jackson St Spirit Lake, Idaho