(307) 317-7006

Service area · Wellington, CO

Excavation & Site Work in Wellington, CO

Free site visits and written quotes for excavation in Wellington and nearby.

The Cheyenne Excavating Company serves Wellington, CO for excavation, grading, trenching and land clearing, with free estimates and written quotes. Call (307) 317-7006 or text a photo of the job.

Excavation & Site Work services in Wellington

Just across the Colorado line, Wellington has grown from a small farm town into a commuter town for Fort Collins, and much of our work there is on new lots. The land is flat to gently rolling, cut by Boxelder Creek and irrigation ditches, with soils that range from sandy loam to heavy clay that swells when wet. Some subdivisions sit on clay that moves enough to crack slabs and basement walls, so drainage and soil moisture around the house matter a great deal. Older homes near the original downtown have smaller lots and older service lines. Wind off the plains and hard winters are part of every job. We grade new lots, dig basements and footings, trench water, sewer and electric lines, fix yard drainage and build gravel drives on acreage around Wellington.

Neighborhoods we cover in Wellington

  • Downtown Wellington
  • Boxelder Creek area
  • Cleveland Avenue corridor
  • Wellington Community Park area

Permits and local rules

Wellington issues building permits inside town, and Larimer County requires a septic permit from its health department before a system is built or repaired. In Colorado, contact Colorado 811 at least three business days before you dig.

Frequently asked questions

Do you do excavation work in Wellington?

Yes. We serve all of Wellington and the surrounding area. Site visits and estimates are free.

Do I need a permit for excavation in Wellington?

Wellington issues building permits inside town, and Larimer County requires a septic permit from its health department before a system is built or repaired. In Colorado, contact Colorado 811 at least three business days before you dig.

How long does a typical job take?

Small trenching and grading jobs take a day or two. Larger site prep takes longer and depends on weather and soil.

Ready to get started?

Free estimate and a written quote. Call us or send the form.

Call (307) 317-7006