Foundation Excavation in Deschutes County, OR
Footing and foundation cuts held to the elevations your plans call for, the first time.
Cut to the Depths and Grades Your Plans Call For
A foundation is only as good as the hole it sits in. BGH Excavation cuts to the depths and grade called out on your plans, ready for basalt shelf that sits close to the surface across much of Redmond and Bend.
Key Benefits
- Footing & stem wall excavation
- Full & daylight basement digs
- Crawlspace excavation
- Rock breaking where subsoil requires it
- Compacted structural backfill
- Free on-site estimates
Planned for Central Oregon Ground Conditions
We plan for basalt shelf, volcanic rock, and seasonal ground conditions before we price the job, so it doesn't turn into a surprise halfway through.
Basalt Shelf at Footing Depth
Across much of Redmond and Bend, basalt sits close enough to the surface to intersect footing depth — we plan for rock breaking up front.
Frost Depth Requirements
Footings have to clear local frost depth requirements; we verify your plans against it before cutting.
Groundwater & Seasonal Wet
Spring snowmelt can raise water tables on lower-lying lots — we watch for it before pouring.
Daylight & Walkout Basement Grades
Sloped lots common in the foothills need precise daylight-basement cuts to match the plan elevation.
Who We Work For
Homeowners
Your custom home foundation gets cut to the exact depths and grades on your plans — including a clear, upfront conversation if we expect to hit rock.
Builders & Contractors
We work straight off engineered plans, verify grade before you pour, and handle structural backfill and compaction after — one less thing for your framing schedule to wait on.
How the Job Works
- Plan Review — Footing depths checked against frost requirements.
- Excavation — Cut to plan depth and grade.
- Rock Handling — Basalt shelf broken and removed as needed.
- Grade Verify — Elevations checked before pour.
- Backfill — Structural backfill and compaction after foundation pour.
What Affects the Cost
Every job is priced to the site after we've seen it.
What We Don't Do
We stick to the dirt work and coordinate with these trades on your project:
Recent Projects
See real work completed throughout the service area.
Recent Project
Cut footing and stem wall excavation to plan depth through basalt shelf for a new custom home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is foundation excavation?
Foundation excavation is digging the footprint, footings and trenches a building's foundation sits in, to the depth and dimensions on your plans. It is the first step after site preparation and before the concrete crew pours. BGH Excavation does foundation excavation for new homes, additions, shops and commercial buildings across Redmond and Deschutes County, including slab, crawl space and basement foundations. We also help handle the permitting, so the work is ready for inspection.
How much does foundation excavation cost in Redmond, Bend and Deschutes County?
Foundation excavation for a new home typically costs about $1,500 to $10,000. A crawl space or slab foundation without a basement often runs about $2,400 to $4,300, and a full basement dig-out about $4,100 to $7,100. Basalt and other rock, tight access and hauling soil off site raise the price. BGH Excavation gives a free on-site estimate, so you get a firm number for your foundation.
How deep does foundation excavation need to be in Deschutes County?
In Deschutes County, the frost line is 18 inches, so footings must be dug at least 18 inches below the finished grade and rest on stable, undisturbed ground. Basements go much deeper, and your engineer's plans set the exact depth for your foundation. We dig to those plan specs for homes, additions and shops across Redmond, Bend and Deschutes County.
Do you backfill after the foundation is poured in Deschutes County?
Yes. Once the concrete has cured, BGH Excavation backfills around the foundation and compacts the soil in layers so the ground is stable and drains away from the building. We do this for homes, additions and shops across Redmond, Bend and Deschutes County.
Serving Redmond & Deschutes County
We provide this service throughout the service area and surrounding communities.
Ready to Dig In?
Contact BGH Excavation today for a free estimate on your project in Redmond & Deschutes County.