530-744-0310
LIC# 1131450
Mon.–Sat. / 8:00–7:00
Our Services
Excavation & Site Development
  • Site development
  • Site preparation
  • Grading
  • Land clearing
  • General excavation
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Foundation & Building Pad Excavation
  • Building pads
  • Foundation excavation
  • Footing excavation
  • Rough grading
  • Structural site preparation
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Septic Excavation & Site Work
  • Septic excavation
  • Tank excavation
  • Dispersal-field preparation
  • Presby site work
  • Backfill & finish grading
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Driveway Grading & Drainage
  • Driveway Installation & Repair
  • Grading & Resurfacing
  • French Drains
  • Culverts & Encroachments
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Utility Trenching
  • Water Lines
  • Electrical Conduit
  • Communications
  • Pump Stations
  • Underground Utility Trenching
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Concrete Flatwork
  • Walkways & Steps
  • Pads & Slabs
  • Decorative Concrete
  • Site Preparation for Concrete
Our Recent Work
Explore recent excavation, grading, drainage, septic, utility, and concrete projects across Nevada and Yuba Counties.
Septic System Installation
Complete site preparation and septic system installation, including excavation, precise grading, and underground piping.
Culvert & Driveway Encroachment
Driveway entrance preparation, culvert installation, grading, and compacted base completed for safe, properly drained property access.
Driveway Repair in Penn Valley
Gravel driveway regraded and resurfaced to improve drainage, restore a smooth driving surface, and reduce future erosion.
French Drain Installation in Penn Valley
French drain installed to redirect excess water away from the property and help prevent standing water, soil saturation, and erosion.
New Circular Gravel Driveway in Oregon House
New circular driveway installation, including site preparation, grading, gravel placement, and compaction for durable, convenient property access.
Drainage Trenching in Oregon House
Drainage trenches excavated and prepared for underground piping to redirect water and improve drainage across the property.
Building Pad & Site Preparation in Brownsville
Site cleared, excavated, and graded to create a level, stable building pad for future construction.
Site Preparation, Rock Wall & Concrete Walkway
Natural rock retaining wall and concrete walkway installation to improve access, stability, and the overall appearance of the property.
Concrete Pad Project — Oregon House, CA
Mark completed this outdoor concrete pad project in Oregon House, creating a level, finished area that connects naturally with the existing walkways and landscaping. The project required careful grading and attention to the surrounding hardscape, steps, and established landscape.
Why Choose Red Rocks?
  • We Plan Before We Build
    We take the time to understand the property, ask the right questions, and develop a practical plan before work begins.
  • Clear Communication Throughout the Job
    You’ll know what’s happening, what comes next, and if anything changes along the way.
  • Practical Problem-Solving
    We look at the whole site—not just one isolated task—to find solutions that work with the property long term.
  • Hands-On Experience
    Every project is approached with real field experience, practical judgment, and attention to detail.
  • We Follow Through
    We don’t disappear when the equipment leaves. When appropriate, we follow up to make sure the work is performing as intended.
  • One Point of Contact
    You work directly with the person planning and overseeing the job, which keeps communication simple and decisions clear.
Red Rocks Excavation serves homeowners, property owners and contractors throughout Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, Rough and Ready, North San Juan, Oregon House, Browns Valley and surrounding communities in Nevada and Yuba Counties. Projects in nearby areas may also be considered depending on scope and scheduling.
What Our Clients Say
See what local homeowners and contractors say about working with Red Rocks Excavation—from clear communication and dependable service to quality work completed with care.
How It Works
Tell Us About Your Project
Call, text, or send us a quick message with the basics of your project.
We Meet With You Onsite
We’ll visit the property, review the site conditions, and discuss the scope of work.
Receive a Clear Proposal
You’ll receive a detailed proposal outlining the scope of work and project cost.
Schedule the Work
Once the proposal is approved, we’ll coordinate a start date that works for your project.
We Get to Work
We complete the excavation or site work according to the agreed scope and leave the site clean and ready for the next phase.