Mini Excavation Services in Calgary
Not every excavation job needs a 20-ton machine. Nika Terra provides mini excavation services across Calgary using compact equipment designed for residential and tight-access commercial sites. Our mini-excavators and skid steers fit into backyards, side yards, and confined spaces that full-size equipment can't reach — without destroying your property in the process.
Common Applications
Utility Trenching
Water, gas, electrical, and irrigation line installation
Drainage Solutions
French drains, weeping tile, and grading for water management
Foundation Work
Excavation for footings, retaining walls, and small foundations
General Earthmoving
Soil removal, backfilling, and site leveling
Pricing Overview
Starting rates for common mini excavation and trenching work in Calgary. Final price depends on site conditions, access, and soil type.
Shallow Trench (up to 24")
$18–$28/ftWater lines, gas, electrical, irrigation — standard residential depth.
Deep Trench (24–48")
$28–$38/ftDeeper utility runs, frost-protected lines, and sub-foundation work.
French Drain / Weeping Tile (turnkey)
$55–$75/ftIncludes trench, perforated pipe, gravel wrap, and filter fabric. Ready to connect.
Buried Downspouts
$35–$45/ftRedirect roof runoff away from your foundation with a buried outlet line.
Minimum call-out $300–$450. Difficult soil or hard-pan clay adds ~20%. Get a free quote →
Right-Sized Equipment for Residential Work
Our machines are selected specifically for residential access. With a track width under 36 inches, operating weight under 4,000 lbs, and rubber tracks that protect finished surfaces, we get in, do the work, and get out without the collateral damage that comes with oversized equipment.
- Track width under 36" — fits through standard gates
- Under 4,000 lbs — minimal ground pressure
- Rubber tracks — protect finished driveways and lawns
We provide mini excavation services throughout Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Chestermere, Okotoks, and surrounding communities.
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