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Bulldozer on a cleared rural property in Placer County

Excavation, Septic Installation
& Site Development in Placer County

call/text for a free quote: (530) 613-1905

Licensed CA
Contractor

Insured &
Bonded

Owner-
Operated

Referred by Septic Designers

Our Services

From raw land to ready-to-build, Davidson Excavating handles site work from start to finish—septic, utilities, pads, grading, and drainage—so your project stays on track.

Serving Communities Across Placer County

We proudly serve communities, offering reliable excavation and septic installation services:

 

Meadow Vista, Auburn, Applegate...

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We focus exclusively on local projects in Placer County and the surrounding foothills. Staying local means we can provide the specialized terrain expertise and responsive communication your build deserves.

Bulldozer moving rock on a land development site

Turning raw land into a build-ready homesite. This includes clearing, rough grading, access planning, and prepping the property so your builder can start on solid ground.

Septic system installation with tanks and components in an excavated pit

Complete septic installs for new builds, plus replacements for failing or outdated systems. Davidson handles the excavation, proper placement, and coordination needed to get your system set up right and working reliably.

Underground utility lines installed in a trench on a residential property

Professional trenching and installation for underground utility lines, including water service, sewer connections, and storm drainage. Everything is laid out for long-term performance and easier inspection approval.

Level building pad prepared on a residential property

Creating a stable, level pad where your home, garage, shop, or ADU will sit. Pads are built for proper compaction and drainage, helping prevent settling and future issues.

New gravel driveway curving through a rural Placer County property, with fresh grading on both sides and a barn in the background

From new driveways to private roads, Davidson builds clean, durable access that holds up over time. This can include base prep, grading, drainage, and tie-ins so water doesn’t wreck your hard work later.

Site grading on a cleared building area

Shaping and leveling your land to match the plan — whether that’s for a new home, shop, driveway, or drainage flow. Good grading sets the foundation for everything that comes next.

Drainage trench excavated across a residential site

Solving water problems before they become expensive problems. This includes trenching for drainage lines, culverts, downspout routing, and runoff control to help protect your property from erosion and pooling.

Service Areas

We focus exclusively on local projects in Placer County and the surrounding foothills. Staying local means we can provide the specialized terrain expertise and responsive communication your build deserves.

Auburn

Lincoln

Colfax

Rocklin

Weimar

Dutch Flat

Applegate

Nearby Foothills

Alta

Contact Us for a Free Estimate

Call/Text Us Today: (530) 613-1905
or Click the Button Below and Fill Out the Form and We'll Get Back to You with an Estimate

Sitework Resource Guide

Not sure where to start? Here’s a quick overview of the most common excavation services—and when you typically need each one.

Why Davidson Excavation

Jacob runs the equipment on your job and is on-site, not just managing from a distance.

Coordinates directly with septic designers, engineers and inspectors so plans and field work match.

Generational knowledge of Placer County terrain, rock, seasonal water and access.

Clear communication, honest pricing and free estimates on every single project.

Referred by the region's top septic designers for field work that follows plans exactly.

Gravel being spread for rural road construction in Placer County
Contact

Ready to start your next build? Let's get to work.

We invite homeowners, contractors, and designers to reach out early in the planning process. Whether it is septic installation, building pad grading, or rural utility prep, ensure your project foundation is handled with generational foothill expertise.

Serving Placer County & Nearby Foothills

Licensed CA Contractor • Fully Insured & Bonded

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Recent Work

A look at real projects across Placer County and the foothills.

Septic System Replacement & Leach Field Installation in Meadow Vista, CA

Meadow Vista, CA (Placer County)

Fast and Professional
These guys were fast and professional and went above and beyond for us. Highly recommend! Friendly owner and staff, very competitive pricing. Would definitely use them again.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  Cheryl Mathews-Paduano

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