Commercial Excavation | Heber City, Utah
Commercial Excavation Services in Heber and the Wasatch Back
Site prep, mass excavation, utility trenching and foundation digs for builders, developers and property owners across Wasatch and Summit County.
Built from the ground up
A commercial excavation contractor that keeps your schedule moving
Every commercial build starts in the dirt, and the dirt work sets the pace for every trade that follows. Sierra Excavation provides commercial excavation services in Heber City, Park City, Kamas and the rest of the Wasatch Back, handling the earthwork that has to be right before concrete, framing or paving can start.
We work with general contractors, developers, business owners and property managers on new buildings, additions, parking areas and infrastructure. Our crews read the plans, coordinate with your superintendent and engineer, and show up when the schedule says we will. If the site throws a surprise at us, like buried rock, soft soils or groundwater, we call it out early so it does not turn into a change order at the end of the job.
Need an estimate first? Our excavation cost guide explains what drives pricing on mountain sites.
Capabilities
Commercial excavation capabilities
One crew for the full earthwork package, from the first tree removed to the final grade under the pavement.
Clearing and site preparation
Tree and brush removal, stripping topsoil, demolition of old structures and staking out the building pad. See our site preparation and grading services.
Mass excavation, cut and fill
Balancing cut and fill across the site, building compacted pads and shaping slopes to the engineered grading plan.
Foundation and footing excavation
Footings, stem walls, basements and below-grade parking dug to plan depth, with backfill and compaction once walls are ready. More on foundation excavation.
Utility trenching and installation
Trenching and bedding for sewer, water, storm drain, gas and electrical conduit. See sewer and water line excavation.
Storm drainage and erosion control
Detention areas, swales, culverts, French drains and erosion control measures that keep runoff where the plan says it should go.
Trucking and material hauling
Our own trucking fleet exports spoils and imports gravel, road base and structural fill on your schedule.
Parking lots and access roads
Subgrade preparation, road base placement and fine grading for parking areas, drive aisles and private access roads.
Retaining and boulder walls
Boulder and block retaining walls that hold cuts on sloped commercial lots and create usable, level space.
Demolition and site cleanup
Controlled removal of existing structures, slabs and debris so a redevelopment site is clean and ready to build.
Project examples
Commercial projects we support
The type of work changes from job to job, but the goal stays the same: a site that is graded, drained and ready for the next trade on day one. These are the kinds of commercial projects our crews are set up to handle across Heber, Park City and the Wasatch Back.
Commercial building pads
Clearing, cut and fill, compacted building pads, footings and utility stubs for retail, office and mixed-use buildings.
Shops, warehouses and storage
Large level pads, heavy equipment yards, truck access and drainage for shops, warehouses and storage facilities.
Townhomes and subdivisions
Mass grading, roads, sewer and water mains and individual lot preparation for townhome and subdivision developments.
Resort and clubhouse work
Site work on mountain properties where access is tight, grades are steep and finished landscapes must be protected.
Ranch and equestrian facilities
Barn and arena pads, ranch roads, ponds and drainage improvements for agricultural properties in Wasatch and Summit County.
Utility and drainage upgrades
Main line trenching, culvert replacement and storm drainage work for HOAs, property managers and commercial owners.
Have a project in planning? Send us your site plan or civil drawings and we will walk the site, flag potential problems and put together a clear bid.
How we work
From bid to final grade
Site walk and bid
We review your plans, walk the property and price the full earthwork scope so there are no gaps between trades.
Schedule and coordination
We line up with your superintendent, engineer and utility providers and confirm locates before anything is dug.
Excavation and utilities
Clearing, mass grading, foundation digs and trenching completed to plan, with compaction where specified.
Final grade and cleanup
Backfill, fine grading and drainage finished so the site is ready for paving, landscaping or occupancy.
Mountain conditions
Why commercial sites in the Wasatch Back need an experienced crew
Commercial excavation in Heber and Park City is not the same as working on flat ground along the Wasatch Front. Cobble and bedrock can show up a few feet down, the Heber Valley has areas of high groundwater, and the construction season is short once the ground starts to freeze. Read more about soil and site conditions before you build.
- Equipment sized for tight mountain access as well as large open pads
- Experience with rock excavation, dewatering and unstable soils
- Erosion control and drainage planned in from the start
- Winter and pre-freeze scheduling so foundations go in on time
Why Sierra
Why builders choose Sierra Excavation
- Locally owned and based in Heber City
- One contractor for clearing, grading, trenching, walls and hauling
- Modern, well-maintained heavy equipment
- Clear communication with superintendents and owners
- Plans followed closely and grades checked as we go
- Safety first on every site, every day
Service area
Commercial excavation across Wasatch and Summit County
Based in Heber City, we take on commercial work throughout Wasatch County and Summit County, including Heber City, Midway, Park City, Kamas, Oakley, Coalville and Hideout.
FAQ
Commercial excavation FAQs
What does commercial excavation include?
Commercial excavation covers the earthwork needed before a commercial building or site improvement can be built. That usually means clearing and grubbing, demolition, mass excavation and cut and fill, building pad preparation, foundation and footing excavation, utility trenching, storm drainage, and subgrade preparation for parking lots and roads.
How much does commercial excavation cost?
Cost depends on the size of the site, how much material has to be moved or hauled off, soil and rock conditions, groundwater, access and the utility work required. We price each job from the plans and a site visit. Our excavation cost guide covers the main factors.
Do you work with general contractors and developers?
Yes. We work with general contractors, developers and business owners on commercial projects. We can bid the earthwork package from your civil plans, coordinate with your superintendent and other trades, and adjust to your construction schedule.
Can you handle rock and high groundwater?
Rock and groundwater are common in Wasatch and Summit County. We bring equipment suited to rock excavation and plan for dewatering and drainage when the site needs it, and we flag these conditions during the bid so they are accounted for up front.
Can you dig commercial foundations in winter?
Frozen ground slows excavation and raises costs, so we recommend getting foundations dug before the hard freeze when possible. When winter work cannot be avoided, we plan the dig, protect the excavation and coordinate closely with your concrete contractor.
What areas do you serve for commercial projects?
We are based in Heber City and serve commercial projects across Wasatch County and Summit County, including Midway, Park City, Kamas, Oakley, Coalville and Hideout. Contact us about projects in other parts of Northern Utah.
Start your project
Get a bid for your commercial excavation project
Tell us about your site and your schedule. We will review your plans, walk the property and give you a clear, complete bid for the earthwork.