Licensed Excavation in San Diego, CA

We found 72 active licensed excavation contractors serving San Diego, California, verified against official state licensing records.

Excavation Contractors in San Diego, CA

Advantage Grading & Engineering INC

Active

General Engineering

License #914889

1450 HARBOR ISLAND DRIVESUITE 208, 92101

Ahmad S Rafig

Active

General Engineering

License #1039708

11280 TURTLEBACK CT, 92127

All Star Engineering

Active

General Engineering

License #1153452

1221 S 49TH ST, 92113

Alternative Energy Applications INC

Active

General Engineering

License #985761

2831 CAMINO DEL RIO S #214, 92108

Ap General Engineering INC

Active

General Engineering

License #1133775

940 COOPER PLACE, 92102

Barnard General Engineering Pipeline CO

Active

General Engineering

License #534745

PO BOX 371379, 92137

Basile Construction INC

Active

General Engineering

License #669248

7952 ARMOUR ST, 92111

Blue Wave Environmental Engineering

Active

General Engineering

License #1127686

P O BOX 712259, 92171

Brick N Wonder LLC

Active

General Engineering

License #1081846

P O BOX 5046, 92105

C & W Diving Services INC

Active

General Engineering

License #389407

3561 DALBERGIA STREET, 92113

Calshah Construction INC

Active

General Engineering

License #1112091

5965 VILLAGE WAY STE 105, 92130

Ch Court Tech INC

Active

General Engineering

License #732627

10035-B CARROL CANYON RD, 92131

Coffman Specialties INC

Active

General Engineering

License #632358

9685 VIA EXCELENCIA STE 200, 92126

Cp Manufacturing LLC

Active

General Engineering

License #1146123

6795 CALLE DE LINEA, 92154

Csi/cja A Joint Venture

Active

General Engineering

License #1099641

9685 VIA EXCELENCIA STE 200, 92126

Denis Sanford

Active

General Engineering

License #1043715

11330 FORTINO POINT, 92131

Dica Engineering Design & Construction

Active

General Engineering

License #980010

6175 PROGRESSIVE AVESTE 500, 92154

Energy Technology And Service INC

Active

General Engineering

License #718041

2637 ARIANE DRIVE, 92117

Envitech

Active

General Engineering

License #892557

2924 EMERSON STREET STE 320, 92106

Evolution Concrete Construction INC

Active

General Engineering

License #963495

6050 SANTO ROAD STE 175, 92124

Flatiron Dragados Constructors INC

Active

General Engineering

License #1134655

12121 SCRIPPS SUMMIT DRIVESUITE 400, 92131

Flatiron Dragados West LLC

Active

General Engineering

License #772589

12121 SCRIPPS SUMMIT DRIVESUITE 400, 92131

Flatiron-drill Tech A Joint Venture

Active

General Engineering

License #1137466

12121 SCRIPPS SUMMIT DRIVESUITE 400, 92131

Flatiron-herzog A Joint Venture

Active

General Engineering

License #1137446

12121 SCRIPPS SUMMIT DRIVESUITE 400, 92131

Flatiron-herzog A Sgl Joint Venture

Active

General Engineering

License #1137444

12121 SCRIPPS SUMMIT DRSTE 400, 92131

Flatiron-myers A Joint Venture

Active

General Engineering

License #1137462

12121 SCRIPPS SUMMIT DRIVESUITE 400, 92131

Flatiron-skanska-stacy And Witbeck A Joint Venture

Active

General Engineering

License #1137774

12121 SCRIPPS SUMMIT DRIVESUITE 400, 92131

Hansen Company Renovations

Active

General Engineering

License #972641

7090 WELLER ST, 92122

Hard Hat Hero Engineering

Active

General Engineering

License #1150098

4275 SWIFT AVE APT 1, 92104

Hawilah Engineering INC

Active

General Engineering

License #1108616

11816 PASEO LUCIDO 11017, 92128

Hofer Corporation

Active

General Engineering

License #811296

5662 OTAY VALLEY ROAD, 92154

Indepth Environmental Engineering

Active

General Engineering

License #1057467

5735 KEARNY VILLA RD #106, 92123

John V Brito

Active

General Engineering

License #346667

10467 ROSELLE STREET, 92121

Jp Pro Engineering INC

Active

General Engineering

License #1114645

5609 CERVANTES AVE, 92114

Kona Group Usa

Active

General Engineering

License #933632

3525 DEL MAR HEIGHTS RD #200, 92130

Kruer Engineering Construction

Active

General Engineering

License #1083980

3645 RUFFIN RDSUITE 101, 92123

Kruer General Engineering Construction

Active

General Engineering

License #777345

3645 RUFFIN RD SUITE 101, 92123

La Salle Construction Engineering

Active

General Engineering

License #1046887

900 F STREET SUITE 128, 92101

Leak Control Services INC

Active

General Engineering

License #797640

4015 LA SALLE STREET, 92110

Ledcor Cmi INC

Active

General Engineering

License #850480

6405 MIRA MESA BLVD SUITE 200, 92121

Level Up Engineering

Active

General Engineering

License #1147738

5694 MISSION CENTER RDSTE 602 PMB 452, 92108

Match Point Tennis Courts INC

Active

General Engineering

License #775871

14664 RIO RANCHO, 92127

Mike Sampo INC

Active

General Engineering

License #395533

2302 FINCH LANE, 92123

Mlz Contractors INC

Active

General Engineering

License #1094590

PO BOX 721298, 92172

Pacific Dredge And Construction LLC

Active

General Engineering

License #1036092

P O BOX 13828, 92170

Pacific Tugboat Service

Active

General Engineering

License #840942

P O BOX 13828, 92170

Pal General Engineering INC

Active

General Engineering

License #916931

9939 HIBERT STREETSTE 201, 92131

Phenaz Construction CORP

Active

General Engineering

License #1080409

867 60TH STREET, 92114

Pioneer Structural

Active

General Engineering

License #938867

3288 ADAMS AVE #16215, 92116

Pride Resource Partners LLC

Active

General Engineering

License #1068236

4499 RUFFIN ROAD STE 250, 92123

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Frequently Asked Questions

How deep does a foundation need to be excavated?

Foundation depth depends on local frost lines, soil conditions, and building design. In northern states, footings must extend below the frost line (up to 48 inches or more). In southern states, shallower depths may be acceptable. Basements require excavation to 8 to 10 feet below grade. A structural engineer or building code official determines the required depth.

What is a utility locate and why is it required?

A utility locate (811 call) identifies buried gas, electric, water, sewer, and communication lines before excavation begins. It is required by law in all 50 states. Utility companies mark their lines with color-coded paint or flags within a few business days. Excavating without a utility locate can result in line strikes, service outages, injuries, and significant fines.

How much does excavation cost?

Excavation costs vary widely based on scope, soil conditions, depth, access, and equipment required. Typical ranges are $2,000 to $10,000 for utility trenching, $5,000 to $20,000 for foundation excavation, $10,000 to $40,000 for full basement excavation, and $3,000 to $15,000 for site grading. Rocky soil and limited access increase costs significantly.

What happens if you hit rock during excavation?

Rock encountered during excavation must be removed by mechanical breaking (hydraulic hammer), chemical expansion agents, or in some cases, controlled blasting. Rock removal significantly increases project cost and timeline. A geotechnical survey before construction can identify rock conditions and allow accurate budgeting.

Do I need a permit for excavation work?

Most jurisdictions require permits for excavation associated with construction projects, grading that changes drainage patterns, work near waterways or wetlands, and septic system installation. Utility trenching may require separate permits. Your excavation contractor should know local requirements and can typically handle permit applications.

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