1. Hiring based on the lowest price alone

Cheap can become expensive when things go wrong. We’ve been called in to fix other crews’ shortcuts more than we’d like.

2. Not asking about licenses or insurance

You’d be surprised how many folks don’t check. We’re licensed, insured, and follow all county regulations.

3. Skipping the site walk-through

Pictures never show the full story. We always visit the site before we quote or schedule.

4. Failing to ask about communication

If a contractor doesn’t answer calls now, it won’t get better later. We keep you updated every step of the way.

5. Ignoring the schedule

Timing matters, especially if you're lining up other trades. We show up when we say we will—and finish when we say we will.

Excavation Services vs. Doing It Yourself (Or Hiring the Wrong Crew)

Let’s be honest: renting a backhoe and watching YouTube videos sounds like a good idea—until you're knee-deep in soft soil with no plan for drainage.

We’ve seen well-meaning DIY projects go sideways fast. And the truth is, excavation isn’t just digging. It’s measuring slope, checking grade, avoiding underground lines, and making sure everything passes inspection later.

Even hiring the wrong contractor can backfire if they’re not familiar with Latah County’s soil types, permit rules, or water table issues. One small mistake can cost thousands.

We’re not saying we’re your only option. But we are saying we’ve done this hundreds of times—and we treat every property like it’s our own.

The Best Excavation Services in Moscow, ID Aren’t Always the Biggest

You don’t need a national chain. You need someone local who knows the land, respects your time, and actually listens.

At Western Earthworks LLC, we’re not the biggest crew out there. But we’re selective. We take on the right number of jobs so we can actually show up, give your site our full attention, and get it done right the first time.

We specialize in:

Residential and light commercial excavation

Grading and site preparation

Trenching for utilities or drainage

Land clearing and dozer work

Retaining walls, French drains, and more

Each job is tailored to you. No cookie-cutter solutions here.

What You Can Expect Working with Western Earthworks LLC

We keep things simple:

Walk the site with you – We listen. Ask questions. Get the lay of the land.

Send a clear, written estimate – No vague numbers. No surprise fees.

Schedule and show up – We keep our word and communicate throughout.

Do the work right – With clean lines, proper grade, and no cutting corners.

Leave it clean – No mess left behind. Just a job done right.

We work all over Latah County—from Moscow to Troy, Viola to Deary—and we treat every property like it’s our own.