Excavation Services
Utility
Trenching
Clean, precise trenching for water lines, electrical conduit, gas lines, drainage, and more — dug right and backfilled clean across Northern Colorado.
What We Do
Precision Trenching,
Done Right
When you need to get a utility from point A to point B underground, the trench is everything. A bad trench — wrong depth, poor bedding, improper backfill — means a failed inspection, a sunken lawn, or a cracked line years later.
Jake's compact JCB equipment gets into tight residential spaces that full-size machines can't touch — through side gates, along fences, close to foundations. We dig it clean, bed it right, and backfill it properly so the ground settles level and your yard looks like we were barely there.
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(970) 391-0184 Send a MessageService Area
- Loveland, CO
- Fort Collins, CO
- Greeley, CO
- Windsor, CO
- Berthoud, CO
- Longmont, CO
- Timnath, CO
- Wellington, CO
- Estes Park, CO
Applications
What We Trench For
Electrical Conduit
Underground power runs to shops, garages, outbuildings, pools, or panel upgrades. Clean, code-compliant trenches at the right depth.
Water & Irrigation Lines
New water service lines, well connections, or irrigation system supply runs. We work around existing utilities and minimize surface disruption.
Gas Line Burial
Safe, properly bedded trenches for natural gas or propane line installations, sized to code and inspected before backfill.
Sewer & Drain Lines
Gravity-flow sewer laterals, cleanouts, and perimeter drain connections. We maintain precise grade throughout so everything flows correctly.
Telecom & Data
Fiber, coax, and low-voltage cable runs to outbuildings, detached garages, or across large properties — installed right the first time.
Septic System Lines
Inlet and outlet runs, inspection port access, and distribution box connections as part of new or replacement septic installations.
How It Works
Our Process
Mark & Locate
We call 811 before every job. All existing utilities are marked before a single bucket hits the ground.
Route Walkthrough
We walk the exact route with you — agreeing on path, depth, and any obstacles before we start.
Precision Dig
Our compact JCB keeps the trench tight and clean. Sod is cut and set aside for replacement.
Bedding & Utility Install
Correct bedding material for the utility type — sand, gravel, or native soil — before the line goes in.
Grade Check & Test
Laser grade for gravity lines. Pressure or continuity test for water and electric before closing.
Backfill & Restore
Compacted in lifts to prevent settling. Surface restored as close to original as possible.
Our Work
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Common Questions
Utility Trenching FAQ
Depth requirements vary by utility type. Water lines typically require 4–5 feet to stay below the frost line. Electrical conduit ranges from 6 to 24 inches depending on wiring type. Gas lines are typically 18–24 inches. We always trench to the correct depth for your specific utility and local code.
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