Excavation and Earthwork
Recent Projects
24-lot development with pads, trenches, and roads completed in phases over 8 weeks. Passed all inspections the first time.
Subdivision Grading – Syracuse, UT
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Custom home site cleared, leveled, and prepared for a new home. 3 Days from start to ready.
Custom Home Site - West Haven, UT
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Cleared and leveled site, installed a storm drainage system, and prepped utilities under tight deadlines next to active businesses.
Retail Pad Prep – Layton, UT
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Excavation & Earthwork in Northern Utah
C.E. Butters Companies is a leading provider of excavation and earthwork services in Utah and the surrounding region. With over 48 years of experience, we support developers, municipalities, and commercial builders with large-scale site development, utility installation, and environmental services.
When it’s time to build, the first step is making sure the land is ready. Whether you’re starting a home, a commercial space, or a large development, the ground has to be right before anything else happens. That’s where Butters Companies comes in.
We’ve been digging, grading, and shaping land throughout Northern Utah for nearly 50 years. Our team brings skill, care, and the right equipment to every job. We take raw ground and prepare it for what’s next—foundations, roads, driveways, utilities, and everything in between.
If you need dirt moved or prepped, Butters is here for you.
Full-Service Earthwork & Excavation
Excavation and earthwork is more than just moving dirt. It’s about creating the right conditions for a strong, safe structure.
Our Services Include:
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Commercial Site Development
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Custom Home Site Development
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Highway & Road Construction
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Trenching and Underground Utilities
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Environmental Grading & Reclamation
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Bank Stabilization & Drainage
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Dust Control
Whether you’re working with a builder, a developer, or your own set of plans, we’ll make sure the land is ready.
Underground Utilities, Septic, and Wastewater Systems
Our team installs complete underground infrastructure systems, including:
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Water, sewer, and storm drain lines
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Septic systems
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Wastewater treatment systems
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Lift stations and utility vaults
We handle all stages of the process—from trenching and bedding to backfill and final grading—with safety and compliance at the forefront.
Dust Control, Sweeping, and Environmental Reclamation
We also offer environmental and maintenance services to keep your job site safe and compliant:
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Dust Control – Our fleet of water trucks helps reduce dust and maintain air quality on active sites.
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Street & Site Sweeping – Regular sweeping services to keep roads, access points, and staging areas clean and compliant.
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Erosion Control – Measures to prevent soil loss and meet regulatory requirements.
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Environmental Reclamation – Site restoration services to return land to its natural or intended condition after construction.
Why Builders Call Butters
Local Knowledge
We’ve worked across the Wasatch Front and know the soils, slopes, and seasonal challenges that come with the terrain. That helps us avoid problems others might not see coming.
Full Equipment Fleet
From compact machines for tight spaces to large dozers for wide-open developments, we own and maintain our own equipment. We show up ready and get to work.
Safety and Accuracy
Our operators are trained and certified. We follow all safety standards, and we dig, grade, and trench to exact plans so everything lines up and passes inspection the first time.
Proven Results
We’ve worked on hundreds of sites across Northern Utah. From new neighborhoods to single custom homes, we’re known for doing good work and staying on schedule.
Our Excavation Process
We follow a proven system to keep your job on track.
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Site Review - We meet on-site, look at your plans, and flag any concerns before work begins.
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Clear the Area - We remove brush, rocks, trees, or debris to prep the site.
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Shape the Land - We cut high spots, fill low spots, and shape the site according to your elevation and layout needs.
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Dig Structures and Trenches - Basements, footings, sewer lines, gas, water, and more — we dig to plan and to code.
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Compact and Check - We compact soil in layers to prevent settling and can coordinate soil testing if needed.
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Final Prep - We clean up the site, finish fine grading, and leave things clean and ready for the next trade.
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What if the land is rocky or on a slope?We’ve dealt with it all. Our team and equipment are ready for uneven terrain and tight access areas.
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Do you offer soil testing or compaction reports?We don’t run the tests ourselves, but we work closely with geotech engineers and can help coordinate.
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How long does a typical job take?Small home sites take 3–5 days. Large subdivisions or commercial pads may run 2–6 weeks, depending on size and complexity.
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Can you haul material in or out?Yes. We haul topsoil, gravel, road base, and remove excess dirt or debris as needed.
