A Holiday Message from Schaefer Excavating
As Montana families gather to celebrate the season, we at Schaefer Excavating want to remind our customers that we are still here — even on Christmas Day. We know that not all projects or problems wait until after the holidays. That’s why we remain available to provide trusted excavation, septic installation, and emergency repair services throughout the holiday season.
We proudly serve Butte, Helena, and Bozeman, MT, and we’re committed to providing fast, high-quality work year-round — including winter.
❄️ Winter Can’t Wait — And Neither Should You
Cold weather in Montana is beautiful, but it can also be unforgiving. Pipes freeze. Septic systems back up. Foundation issues emerge. Wet basements, standing water, and frozen ground can derail any construction plan — unless you have a team like ours on your side.
Seasonal Challenges We Solve:
Frozen septic lines and backups
Standing water after snowmelt or rain
Foundation drainage issues
Driveway washouts and rural road erosion
Emergency excavation for septic or utilities
Frozen or delayed construction access
Whether it’s an urgent repair or scheduled work during your holiday time off, we’re here to help.
🚜 Excavation Services in Butte, Helena, and Bozeman
When it comes to excavation work, we do it all. From new home builds to shop pads and barns, to land clearing for subdivision development — our team is equipped and experienced for projects big and small.
Our Excavation Services Include:
Site prep for homes, garages, barns, and shops
Driveway excavation and gravel installation
Land clearing and lot grading
Foundation and frost wall excavation
Utility trenching (power, water, septic)
Concrete prep and slab grading
Ditch excavation and drainage solutions
Backfill, compaction, and soil hauling
✅ Service Areas:
• Excavation contractor Butte MT
• Site prep Helena MT
• Driveway construction Bozeman MT
We use dozers, mini-excavators, skid steers, and dump trucks to get the job done right — and on time.
🧱 Concrete Prep and Foundation Excavation
Need a foundation dug in winter? We’ve got you covered. We provide precise grading and compaction for:
Garage pad excavation
Shop foundation prep
Frost wall and footing trenches
Slab preparation
Compacted gravel base
Grading for concrete
With frost in the ground and snow in the forecast, working with an experienced team like Schaefer Excavating can prevent delays, wasted material, or drainage issues later.
📍 Available now in Bozeman, Helena, and Butte.
💧 Septic Installation & Repair —
We know the panic that comes when a septic system backs up — especially if you’re hosting holiday guests. Our team is licensed, trained, and ready to step in when your system fails or needs replacement.
Our Septic Services:
New septic system installation
Septic tank replacement or repair
Drain field installation or expansion
Mound and Level 2 treatment systems
DEQ-compliant designs and perc test coordination
Drainage excavation and field reshaping
Frozen line repair and emergency troubleshooting
✅ Septic Services By Location:
• Septic tank install Butte MT
• Septic contractor Helena MT
• Septic repair Bozeman MT
• Drain field excavation Helena and Bozeman
• Mound system install Butte and beyond
We help homeowners, builders, and developers meet all county and state code requirements — and avoid costly delays.
🛠️ Tools and Equipment On-Hand
No matter the job, we bring the right equipment:
Mini and full-size excavators
Skid steers with grading attachments
Dump trucks for gravel and soil hauling
Power augers and trenchers
Frost-rated digging tools
Laser leveling for precise grading
Heated tanks and hoses for winter septic work
We maintain all equipment year-round and prep our crews for winter operations — so your job isn’t held up by the weather.
🌲 Montana-Wide Service Coverage
We’re not just local — we’re your local pros.
Schaefer Excavating Serves:
✅ Butte, Montana
Excavation contractor Butte MT
Septic system installation Butte MT
Foundation dig Butte
Gravel driveway install
Frozen septic line repair
Drainage and ditch excavation
✅ Helena, Montana
Site prep Helena MT
Septic contractor Helena MT
Utility trenching
Backfill and compaction
Concrete grading Helena
DEQ septic support
✅ Bozeman, Montana
Septic tank repair Bozeman MT
Land clearing for new builds
Gravel driveway construction
Drain field installation
Garage pad excavation
Frozen ground excavation
🔧 Seasonal Issues We’re Solving Right Now
It’s not just about digging — it’s about solving problems.
Here’s what we’re helping Montana families with this December:
Standing water after rain — resolved with reshaped drain fields
Driveway washouts — fixed with re-grading and compacted gravel
Cold-weather home builds — supported with shop pad and slab prep
Perc test scheduling — coordinated with DEQ during off-peak times
Septic tank upgrades — before deep winter makes it harder to dig
And yes — we’re already booking for spring site prep and 2026 foundation work, so now is the time to get your project on the calendar.
🎁 Why Work With Schaefer Excavating?
Because we’re locals. Because we show up. Because we care.
Family-owned and operated
Trusted by builders and homeowners
Transparent estimates and timelines
Winter and holiday availability
Full compliance with county and DEQ regulations
Modern equipment and seasoned crews
