SOUTH BAY EXCAVATION, DEMO, AND SITE PREP

JT EXCAVATION

Licensed and insured. Clean work, clear communication, and inspection-ready results

Serving San Jose, Santa Clara, Mountain View, & nearby South Bay cities.
Starting rate is $120 per hour with operator, with mobilization and haul-off quoted by scope.

JT EXCAVATION SERVICES

Built for homeowners, general contractors, and custom home builders who need clean site work and clear coordination.

DEMOLITION & HAUL-OFF

Remove sheds, patios, small structures, concrete, and asphalt with coordinated haul-off and clean site handling. Recycling whenever possible.

Excavation & grading

Pad prep, regrades, driveways, and compaction for residential projects that need clean sequencing and solid prep for the next trade.

Trenching & utilities

Water, gas, electric, data, and conduit trenches cut to spec, bedded correctly, and left ready for inspection and next-step work.

Drainage solutions

French drains, swales, downspout runs, and catch basins that move water away from foundations, hardscape, and problem areas.

Pool removal & backfill

Partial or full pool removal with import, compaction, and compaction certificates available when required by scope.

Footings & post holes

Footings, post holes, and layout support for decks, fences, retaining structures, and other residential site work.

Material delivery

Rock, sand, topsoil, and road base delivered and placed where needed to keep site prep moving without extra coordination.

Day-rate with operator

Mini excavator, skid steer, or loader with an experienced operator for tight-access work, smaller scopes, and clean residential site support.

request a quote

Not sure which service fits your project? Send your address, photos, and target timing. We will confirm the right next step within 1 business day.

COI available on request. 811 locates verified where required. Permits coordinated when needed. We confirm scope, access, and sequencing before we move dirt.

Fewer delays, cleaner sites, and one point of contact from estimate to inspection.

Recent Work

Bay Area schedules are tight and sites are unpredictable. We plan access, control mess, and keep work moving to the next inspection.

ADU PREPARATION | San Jose

Pier Footings | Mountain View

Trench Dig | San JOse

Problems we solve

Excavation issues usually come down to access, material conditions, and coordination. We solve those early so work stays cleaner, schedules stay tighter, and the next phase can start on time.

Tight access

Side yards, narrow driveways, and backyard entries require the right machine and a clear access plan. We match equipment to the site, protect travel paths where feasible, and keep work moving without unnecessary mess.

Hard material

Concrete, asphalt, compacted soil, and over-excavation slow projects down when equipment is not matched correctly. We use the right tools for demolition, haul-off, and material handling so the site stays on schedule.

Inspection delays

Utility trenches and site prep need to be done cleanly and to spec so inspectors and the next trade can move forward. We focus on proper execution, cleaner handoff, and fewer avoidable delays.

Need trenching, grading, or site prep?

OUR FLEET

The right equipment matters because access, haul-off, grading, and compaction all affect schedule, site cleanliness, and inspection readiness.

TRUCK + TILT/DUMP TRAILERS

Ford F-450 with tilt and dump trailers for haul-off, import, and flexible trip sizes. Helps keep debris moving fast and sites cleaner between work phases.

EXCAVATORS (MINI)

Bobcat E20 sized for tight-access work in side yards and backyards. Ideal for trenching, footings, and detail digging where larger equipment will not fit.

LOADERS
(TRACK & SKID)

Track loaders and skid steers for grading, backfill, and material movement. Gives us the right machine for tight access, heavier site prep, and faster staging.

COMPACTION & SITE PREP

Compaction tools, breakers, augers, and attachments for cleaner site prep and firmer backfill. Helps pads, trenches, and detail work finish ready for the next trade.

What clients value

Clear communication and scope before work starts.

Tight-access work handled cleanly.

Reliable coordination with contractors and inspectors.

JT EXCAVATION FAQ

Request a quote

Send address, photos, and your target timing. We respond within 1 business day with the next step and a clear written estimate when a site review is needed.