Sierra Excavating, INC.
Your Trusted Excavation Partner
Site Prep, Grading, Roads & Utilities | Fully Bonded, Licensed & Insured
Site Preparation & Grading
Clearing, Leveling, Lot Prep
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Trenching & Utilities
Septic, Utilities, Drainage
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Roads, PATHS & Driveways
Installation, Gravel, Erosion Repair
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Meet Rick Tesene – Owner
Rick Tesene leads Sierra Excavation, Inc. with a deep understanding of the challenging topography found in the Sierra Nevada foothills. As a locally owned and operated business based in Nevada City, his company specializes in transforming rugged Northern California terrain into safe, build-ready sites for homeowners and contractors alike.
Whether your project requires precision grading for building pads, clearing brush and debris for site prep, or professional installation of driveways and culverts, Rick brings decades of expertise to every job site. His approach combines high-quality equipment with a respect for the natural landscape, ensuring your property is both functional and aesthetically integrated with its surroundings.
Lic #897544 | Bonded & Insured
Why Choose Sierra Excavation?
Local Foothill Expertise: We understand the unique soil and grading requirements of Nevada City and Grass Valley.
Modern Fleet: Our equipment is maintained to handle the toughest site clearing and road building tasks.
Full Accountability: Licensed, bonded, and insured for your peace of mind on every project.
Timely Execution: We value your timeline and work efficiently to keep your project on schedule.
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Serving Nevada County & Beyond
Based in Nevada City, Sierra Excavation provides expert services across the Sierra Foothills.
- North San Juan
- Nevada City
- Camptonville
- Grass Valley
- Alta Sierra
- Cedar Ridge
- Penn Valley
- Rough & Ready
- Lake Wildwood
Don’t see your town? Reach out anyway—we often take on projects in nearby outlying areas.