Excavation & Site Development Services
Gilbert Excavating LLC provides full-service excavation, septic, and earthwork across Sandpoint and Bonner County, Idaho. Select a service below to see what's included.
Precision excavation for residential and commercial site work across Sandpoint and Bonner County's granite and glacial-till ground.
Excavation
View Excavation →Turnkey site preparation and site development from clearing through final grading, managed under one crew for a faster timeline.
Site Preparation
View Site Preparation →Frost-depth compliant foundation digs for custom homes, shops, and additions, coordinated with your engineer and contractor.
Foundation Excavation
View Foundation Excavation →Septic tank and drainfield installation, permitted and coordinated with Panhandle Health District.
Septic System Installation
View Septic System Installation →Rough and finish grading for erosion control, drainage, and lot preparation through Bonner County's snow load and spring runoff.
Grading
View Grading →Full-service trenching for water, sewer, power, and gas lines built to proper code depth, with locates confirmed first.
Utility Trenching
View Utility Trenching →Foundations, slabs, and flatwork built on properly prepped and compacted sub-grade, sequenced with the excavation underneath.
Concrete Work
View Concrete Work →Brush removal, timber clearing, and defensible-space work to prepare your property for construction or wildfire safety.
Land Clearing
View Land Clearing →One Contractor, The Whole Job
Service FAQs
Do you provide free estimates?
Yes — free, no-pressure on-site estimates for every project across the service area.
What areas do you serve?
All of Bonner County — including Sandpoint, Ponderay, Cocolalla, Kootenai, Dover, Sagle, Careywood, Priest River, and Hope.
Are you licensed and insured?
Gilbert Excavating is insured. Licensing documentation is available on request.
How far in advance should I book?
Early spring through late fall is the busy season — reach out ahead of your target start date when possible.
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Tell us about your project and we'll help you scope it out — free of charge.