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Site clearing
Removing debris, trees, rocks and old foundations or structures.
Excavation
Excavation & Site Prep in Portland, OR
Razumovsky Construction LLC does residential excavation in the Portland area with its own equipment: site clearing, digging for foundations, basements, crawl spaces and footings, utility trenching for water, gas, electrical and sewer lines, driveway and private road prep, grading, backfill and compaction, and drainage and erosion control. Owner Aleks Razumovsky manages every job.
- Oregon CCB #182566
- Since 2008
- Owner-managed jobs
- Fixed pricing
- We warranty our work
- Google 5.0 ★ (15 reviews)
- Yelp 5.0 ★ (8 reviews)
Overview
Every strong building starts with strong preparation.
Excavation is the first step in almost every building project. A poorly prepared site can lead to foundation cracks, drainage problems or shifting soil later.
Clay-heavy soils, heavy rains and hilly terrain call for careful work. We own and run our own excavation equipment, so we don’t wait on a rental or another subcontractor, and we guide you through the permits your project needs.
Who’s on your project
- Aleks Razumovsky, owner. He personally manages every job.
- Architect Alan Hess. Our long-time partner handles plans, drawings and permits when a project needs them.
- Bill Marczewski, P.E., BSM Engineering. Structural engineering when a project needs it, billed separately by BSM Engineering.
- Fixed pricing. After we see the project and agree on the scope, you get a fixed price with no hidden fees. We warranty our work.
What we dig
Excavation services
Residential excavation and site prep, done with our own equipment.
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Foundation digging
Digging for basements, crawl spaces and footings.
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Utility trenching
Trenches for water, gas, electrical and sewer lines.
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Driveway & road prep
Preparing the base for driveways and private roads.
Ask us about the base for a driveway or private road.
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Grading & leveling
A solid, even base for building.
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Backfill & compaction
Restoring and compacting soil around completed work.
Ask us about backfill around your new foundation or utility line.
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Drainage & erosion control
Grading and drainage so water moves away from your foundation.
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Our own equipment
We own and run our own excavation equipment.
Real project photos
From our job sites
Real photos from our own projects. No stock images.
Excavation and foundation forms for a Portland addition. 
Excavated footprint with footing forms. 
Mini excavator digging for an addition foundation. 
Utility trench beside a new detached garage. 
Formed footings in the excavated footprint.
How it works
From first call to final walkthrough
Every job is different, so we don’t publish standard timelines. Once we’ve seen the site and agreed on the scope, you get a schedule for your project.
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Site review
We look at soil type, slope, drainage and access before moving equipment onto the site.
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Planning and fixed price
We outline the work and the equipment needed, and you get a fixed price with no hidden fees.
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Excavation
Careful digging, grading or trenching with our own equipment.
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Site check
We make sure the site is ready and meets the project’s requirements.
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Finishing
Backfill, compaction or prep for the next stage. Aleks manages the job throughout.
Reviews
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Rated 5.0 by our clients
★★★★★
Google 5.0 ★ (15 reviews)
★★★★★
Yelp 5.0 ★ (8 reviews)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do you own your excavation equipment?
Yes. We own and run our own excavation equipment, so we don’t wait on a rental or another subcontractor.
How much does excavation cost in the Portland area?
It depends on the size of the job, the site and the materials you choose. After we see the project and agree on the scope, we give you a fixed price with no hidden fees. Call or text (971) 242-4048 to talk it through.
Do I need a permit for excavation or grading in Portland?
Many projects do. It depends on the city, how much soil is moved, slopes and drainage. We guide you through the permits your project needs.
Can you fix water pooling or drainage problems around my house?
Yes. We grade, add drainage and control erosion so water moves away from your foundation.
How long does excavation take?
Every job is different, so we don’t publish standard timelines. Once we have seen the site and agreed on the scope, we give you a schedule for your project.
Do you take commercial projects?
We’re mostly residential, with some light commercial. Most of our projects are homes, additions and ADUs in the Portland area.
Service area
Where we work
- Portland
- Lake Oswego
- Gresham
- Hillsboro
- Salem
We serve the Portland metro area, from Gresham to Hillsboro and south to Salem, including Lake Oswego. Mostly residential, with some light commercial.
Related services
Call or text
Let’s talk about your project
Call or text to talk it through. After we see the project and agree on the scope, you get a fixed price with no hidden fees. Aleks personally manages every job, and we warranty our work.
Razumovsky Construction LLC · Oregon CCB #182566
Phone ✦ call or text
(971) 242-4048
Talk to Aleks directly. Prefer to write? Send a text with a few photos of the project, or use the contact form.
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