Professional Excavation Services in San Jose & the Bay Area
Precision earthwork for residential and commercial projects.
We handle everything from small trenching jobs to large-scale grading and site prep. Our excavation team works to engineered plans, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and minimal disruption — setting your project up for a strong start.
Our Excavation Services
Our crew performs precision excavation for projects large and small — from shallow trenches to full-scale site preparation. We work to engineered plans and project deadlines.
We provide excavation for:
- Foundation digging
- Trenching for utilities
- Grading and leveling
- Drainage system installation
- Retaining wall preparation
- Pool and pond excavation
We operate safely, protect surrounding property, and complete excavation to exact specifications — ensuring your build starts on solid ground.
Why Hire a Professional Demo Crew?
Improper excavation can destabilize soil, damage utilities, or create drainage issues that cause long-term problems. Precision and safety are essential.
Our licensed and insured team ensures:
- Accurate digging to engineered specifications
- Protection of nearby utilities and structures
- Proper grading for stability and drainage
- Compliance with all safety regulations
- Complete debris and spoil removal
We give you a precise, stable foundation to build on — done right the first time.
What Affects the Cost of Excavation Services?
Several factors impact the cost of your project. We offer fast, accurate quotes based on your layout and scope.
Your quote will depend on:
- Location and travel distance
- Depth and size of excavation area
- Soil type and stability
- Presence of utilities or underground obstacles
- Hauling and disposal of excavated material
- Site preparation or backfilling after excavation
Estimates typically require photos or site visit, but we respond quickly and work around your schedule.
Let's Work Together
Get your project done by a fully licensed, 5-star-rated team that shows up fast and does it right.
See the Results
We’ve excavated numerous jobsites across San Jose and the entire Bay Area.
Want your project featured? Just ask when you book!
Related Services
Dirt, Rock, and Sand Removal
Tired of piles of leftover dirt or crushed rock cluttering your yard? We haul away excess fill, sandbags, and rubble quickly — no wheelbarrows or dumpsters needed.
Exterior Demolition
Planning major changes to your home’s exterior? We tear down siding, roofing, sheds, decks, and more — cleanly, safely, and ready for whatever you build next.
Residential Demolition
From full home removal to shed teardowns and interior demo, we handle residential demolition with care, speed, and minimal disruption. Plus, we clean up and haul everything away when we’re done.
FAQs - Excavation Services
Yes. We work on everything from home foundations to commercial site prep.
Yes, but utility locating must be completed before work begins to ensure safety.
Yes. We haul and dispose of (or recycle) excavated material as needed.
Light rain is fine, but heavy rain or saturated ground may require rescheduling for safety.
Yes. We provide trenching for utilities, drainage, and footings.
Our Environmental Commitment
- Proper disposal and recycling of materials
- Safe handling of contaminants and hazardous materials
- Free recycling of common materials like cardboard, paper and glass
Demo shouldn’t mean dumping. At Bay Area Demo & Hauling, we recycle tile, porcelain, metal, cardboard, and wood whenever possible — and properly dispose of non-recyclable materials. Our trucks are loaded with care, and your waste won’t end up where it doesn’t belong.
Service areas
Serving San Jose + the Greater Bay Area
We proudly serve San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Milpitas, and all surrounding cities within 25 miles. Not sure if we cover your area? Just ask.
Alameda County
- Alameda*
- Berkeley*
- Castro Valley*
- Fremont
- Hayward*
- Newark
- Oakland*
- Union City
Contra Costa County
- Richmond*
San Francisco County
- San Francisco*
San Mateo County
- Atherton
- Belmont*
- Brisbane*
- Burlingame*
- Daly City*
- East Palo Alto
- Emerald Hills*
- Foster City*
- Menlo Park
- Millbrae*
- Portola Valley*
- Redwood City
- San Bruno*
- San Carlos
- San Mateo*
- South San Francisco*
- Woodside*
Santa Clara County
- Almaden
- Campbell
- Cupertino
- Gilroy*
- Los Altos
- Los Gatos
- Loyola
- Milpitas
- Morgan Hill
- Mountain View
- Palo Alto
- San Jose
- San Martin*
- Santa Clara
- Saratoga
- South San Jose
- Stanford
- Sunnyvale
*Cities outside the 25m radius have a higher minimum project cost due to travel time.
How to Schedule
Simple steps to get your items hauled away
1
Call us at (408) 663-JUNK or submit a lead form below for your free estimate.
2
We provide a free estimate (we might need pictures of your project).
3
We’ll set a 2-hour window and notify you 15-30 minutes before arrival.
4
We come to your location, do the work, load up your items, and haul them away.