If you’re building, remodeling, or upgrading land in Butte, Montana, excavation is where it all begins. At Schaefer Excavating, we’re proud to serve the Mining City with high-quality general excavation services that set your project up for success.
We combine local knowledge, heavy equipment, and skilled operators to tackle everything from simple trenching to complex foundation digging. Whether you’re building a home in Butte or clearing land in Anaconda, we’ve got you covered.
Complete Excavation Services in Butte
Our general excavation work includes:
Land Clearing & Grading: Removing brush, trees, and debris, followed by leveling and compacting soil.
Trenching for Utilities: Installing water, sewer, electrical, or fiber optic lines with precision.
Foundation Digs: Accurate excavations for homes, garages, and commercial builds.
Backfilling & Compaction: Ensuring strong, level support for structures and utilities.
Driveway Prep & Drainage Work: From gravel bases to culvert installations, we keep water flowing away from your build.
Why Butte Builders Choose Us
Butte’s terrain is rugged, rocky, and layered with old mine tailings. It’s no place for amateurs. Our crew brings:
Years of local experience
Top-tier machinery for rocky soil
Permitting knowledge for Silver Bow County
Respect for your time, budget, and property
From uptown to the flats, our team handles your excavation with care and precision.
Excavation Season in Butte – Don’t Wait
🍁 September is prime time to get your land ready before the cold sets in. Frozen ground, snow, and mud slow down projects or stop them completely. Act now to:
Prepare your site for winter
Start a spring project the right way
Protect foundations and utilities from frost
We help Butte homeowners, businesses, and ranchers avoid costly delays.
Local Focus, Big Results
Our service area includes:
Butte
Anaconda
Whitehall
Rocker
Ramsay
Walkerville
Divide
Looking for a company that knows the terrain and treats you right? You found it.
