Excavation Contractor in Tampa Bay
Grading, trenching, foundation preparation, and earthwork for residential and commercial projects throughout Hillsborough County.
Professional Excavation Services in Tampa
Every construction project starts with moving dirt. Whether you need a building pad graded, trenches dug for utilities, or a site prepared for new construction, Bayside Construction of Tampa Bay delivers the excavation work your project requires.
For nearly 40 years, owner David—Demo Dave—has been running excavation projects across Hillsborough County. We've prepared sites for custom homes, commercial buildings, pools, and infrastructure projects of all sizes.
We bring the right equipment, the experienced operators, and the attention to grade that your project demands. When we finish, your site is ready for the next phase of construction.
Excavation Services
Site Grading
Establishing proper grades for drainage, building pads, and site development. We cut high spots, fill low areas, and create level surfaces to specification.
Foundation Excavation
Digging and preparing foundation footprints for residential and commercial buildings. We excavate to depth, establish grades, and prepare for concrete work.
Trenching
Utility trenches for water lines, sewer, electrical, gas, and irrigation. We dig to required depths and widths, with proper bedding and backfill.
Backfill and Compaction
Filling excavated areas with appropriate material, spread in lifts, and mechanically compacted to meet engineering specifications.
Cut and Fill Operations
Moving earth from high areas to low areas to establish proper site grades. We balance cut and fill to minimize material hauling when possible.
Drainage Solutions
Excavating swales, retention areas, and drainage structures. We create proper drainage patterns to move water away from buildings and improvements.
Pool Excavation
Digging pool shells for new swimming pool installation. We excavate to pool design specifications and haul away spoils.
Pond Excavation
Creating ponds for stormwater management, irrigation, aesthetics, or recreation. We excavate to design depth and shape.
Our Excavation Process
Site Evaluation
We review your site, understand the scope of excavation needed, and identify any challenges—utilities, access, soil conditions.
Plan Review
If you have engineered plans or surveys, we review them to understand required grades, depths, and specifications.
Detailed Estimate
You receive a written estimate covering excavation scope, equipment, timeline, and any material hauling or import requirements.
Utility Location
Before digging, we call 811 and mark all underground utilities. Safety first—we don't dig blind.
Equipment Mobilization
We bring equipment matched to your project—excavators, bulldozers, loaders, compactors, dump trucks.
Excavation
Our operators execute the work—digging, grading, trenching, moving earth—according to plans and specifications.
Compaction and Finish Grading
Fill areas are compacted in lifts. Final grades are established for drainage and construction readiness.
Site Cleanup
Equipment demobilized, site cleaned up, ready for the next trade or phase of construction.
What Is Excavation?
Excavation is the process of moving earth to prepare a site for construction. This includes digging foundations, grading land, trenching for utilities, and shaping terrain to meet project requirements.
Professional excavation requires skilled operators, proper equipment, and an understanding of soil conditions, drainage, and construction specifications. Excavation contractors work from engineered plans and surveys to achieve precise grades and elevations.
Common excavation work includes site grading to establish building pads and drainage, foundation excavation for buildings, trenching for underground utilities, cut and fill operations to reshape terrain, and creating retention ponds or drainage structures.
In Hillsborough County, excavation work that changes drainage patterns or is part of permitted construction typically falls under the overall building or site development permit. Bayside Construction works with your project team to ensure excavation meets all requirements.
Excavation Applications
New Home Construction
Site grading, foundation excavation, and utility trenching for residential construction. We prepare your lot for builders.
Commercial Site Development
Large-scale grading, building pad preparation, and utility infrastructure for commercial and industrial projects.
Pool Installation
Excavating pool shells for new inground pool construction. We dig to specifications and remove spoils from the site.
Driveway and Parking Areas
Subgrade preparation for new driveways, parking lots, and paved surfaces. Proper base preparation is essential for pavement longevity.
Septic Systems
Excavation for septic tanks, drain fields, and associated components. We dig to health department specifications.
Landscape Grading
Reshaping terrain for landscape design, outdoor living areas, and yard improvements.
Drainage Improvements
Excavating swales, French drains, retention areas, and other drainage solutions to address water management issues.
Utility Installation
Trenching for water lines, sewer connections, electrical conduit, gas lines, and irrigation systems.
Why Tampa Chooses Bayside for Excavation
40 Years of Experience
Demo Dave has been moving dirt since 1986. We understand soil conditions, grading requirements, and what it takes to get sites ready for construction.
Experienced Operators
Our equipment operators know how to read grade stakes, work to specifications, and deliver the precision your project requires.
Right-Sized Equipment
Compact excavators for tight residential sites. Full-size machines for commercial projects. We match equipment to the job.
Attention to Grade
Excavation is about precision. Proper grades ensure drainage works, foundations sit correctly, and construction proceeds smoothly.
Licensed and Insured
CGC License #061369 with $2 million in liability coverage. Your project is protected.
Coordination with Other Trades
We work well with builders, plumbers, electricians, and other contractors. We understand construction sequencing.
Excavation Equipment
Excavators
Primary digging machines for trenching, foundation excavation, and material handling. Multiple sizes for different project scales.
Bulldozers
Pushing and grading power for site work, cut and fill operations, and establishing rough grades.
Skid Steers
Versatile machines for grading, backfilling, material moving, and finish work in confined areas.
Compactors
Vibratory rollers and plate compactors for achieving required compaction densities in fill areas.
Dump Trucks
Hauling capacity for removing excavated material or importing fill, base, and other materials.
Laser Levels
Grade control technology for precise elevation work and ensuring accurate grades across the site.
Excavation Services Throughout Hillsborough County
Bayside Construction provides excavation services in Tampa, Brandon, Plant City, Temple Terrace, Riverview, Carrollwood, Town N Country, Westchase, Lutz, and all surrounding Hillsborough County communities.
From small residential grading projects to large commercial site work, we deliver quality excavation throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Excavation FAQs
Q: How much does excavation cost in Tampa?
A: Excavation costs depend on the scope of work, volume of earth moved, equipment required, and site accessibility. Small residential grading projects may cost a few thousand dollars. Large commercial sites or extensive earthwork cost more. We provide free estimates specific to your project.
Q: Do I need a permit for excavation?
A: Excavation itself typically doesn't require a separate permit, but the overall construction project does. Foundation excavation, utility trenching, and site grading fall under your building or site development permit. We work with your project team on permitting requirements.
Q: How long does excavation take?
A: Timeline depends on project scope. Simple residential grading may take a day. Foundation excavation typically takes 1-2 days. Large commercial sites require weeks of earthwork. We provide timeline estimates during consultation.
Q: Do you work from engineered plans?
A: Yes. For projects with engineered plans and surveys, we work to the specified grades and elevations. For simpler projects, we can establish appropriate grades based on site conditions and drainage requirements.
Q: What happens to excavated material?
A: Depending on the project, excavated material is either used as fill elsewhere on site (cut and fill), stockpiled for later use, or hauled away. We discuss material management during the estimating process.
Q: Can you compact fill material?
A: Yes. We compact fill in lifts using appropriate compaction equipment. For projects requiring compaction testing, we coordinate with geotechnical engineers to meet specifications.
Q: Do you locate utilities before digging?
A: Absolutely. We call 811 before every excavation project to have underground utilities marked. We also use caution around areas where private utilities may exist.
Q: Can you excavate for pools?
A: Yes. We excavate pool shells for new inground pool construction. We dig to the pool builder's specifications and haul away excavated material.
Get a Free Excavation Estimate
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