Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Excavation & Demolition Solutions in Calgary
Established in 1978, Blue Ridge Excavating has built a reputation for excellence in excavation and earthmoving services across Calgary and surrounding areas. Our journey began with a single machine and truck, evolving over 40 years into a leading provider with a comprehensive fleet of heavy equipment and skilled operators. We specialize in residential, commercial, and acreage development projects, delivering precision grading, demolition, pond construction, and infrastructure development. Our commitment to client collaboration ensures every project meets exact specifications, from initial consultations to final grading certificates. With COR certification since 2005 and membership in the Alberta Construction Safety Association, we prioritize safety and quality in every operation.Our long-standing relationships with homebuilders and contractors reflect our dedication to exceeding expectations through transparent communication and tailored solutions. Employee engagement remains central to our success, fostering a culture where team members contribute as partners rather than employees. This approach, combined with continuous equipment upgrades, ensures we maintain industry-leading standards while adapting to evolving client needs. Today, we remain Calgary's trusted partner for complex excavation challenges, combining decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver reliable, high-quality results.
Services
Residential Excavations
Commercial Excavations
Demolitions
Acreage Development
Road Construction
Parking Lots
Ponds
Riding Rings
Site Reclamations
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 40 years of local excavation expertise since 1978
- Full-service commercial and residential site development
- Laser-guided grading technology for precision work
- COR-certified safety management systems since 2005
- Direct client collaboration from planning to completion
Associations and certifications
- Alberta Construction Safety Association
- COR Certification
Services
Residential Excavations
We provide complete residential excavation solutions including basement digging, backfill, and final grading. Our laser-guided equipment ensures precise foundation preparation while meeting Calgary's lot grading bylaws. Skilled operators complete trenching, compaction, and loaming services to prepare sites for construction. Each project includes final grading certification for municipal compliance.
Commercial Excavations
Our commercial excavation services handle grade beam and pile foundation projects with specialized shoring coordination. We backfill using approved materials to meet engineering specifications while maintaining safety standards. Laser-guided grading ensures accurate preparation for large-scale developments, including parking lots and infrastructure projects. Our team works directly with consultants and contractors to deliver code-compliant results.
Demolitions
We safely demolish structures of all sizes using specialized equipment and containment methods. Our services include concrete and asphalt recycling, with rubble removal through secure transport trailers. Projects follow strict safety protocols while minimizing environmental impact. We handle permits and coordinate waste management to ensure compliant, efficient site clearance.
Acreage Development
Our acreage development covers complete site preparation from initial grading to final seeding. We install driveways, culverts, and drainage systems while ensuring proper home placement. Services include topsoil management, harrowing, and customized seeding plans. We work directly with landowners to create functional, aesthetically pleasing rural properties that meet long-term usage needs.
Road Construction
We construct private driveways and municipal roads with full infrastructure integration. Our capabilities include paving, signage installation, and erosion control measures. Projects follow municipal specifications for grading, compaction, and drainage. We coordinate utility connections and complete final seeding to ensure durable, code-compliant roadways that meet both private and public sector requirements.
Questions
What types of excavation projects do you handle?
We specialize in residential basements, commercial foundations, acreage development, road construction, and large-scale demolition projects across Calgary and surrounding areas.
Are you certified for safety compliance?
Yes, we've maintained COR certification since 2005 through the Alberta Construction Safety Association, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to workplace safety standards.
Do you provide final grading certification?
Yes, we provide official final grading certificates for residential projects in compliance with Calgary's lot grading bylaws.
How do you handle demolition waste?
All concrete and asphalt debris from demolition projects gets transported to approved recycling facilities for environmentally responsible disposal.
Can you construct custom ponds?
Yes, we build ponds of various sizes and shapes for water storage, irrigation, or decorative purposes using specialized earthmoving equipment.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Calgary and surrounding communities including Rocky View County, providing both urban and rural excavation solutions.
