RAR Construction Management is among the most experienced excavation companies Toronto has to offer. Our clients can rest assured knowing our team is fully licensed and insured. All our excavations are done safely, proficiently, and according to code. In addition to renovation excavating, we also offer separate shoring and excavation services for builders. Having in-house engineers means we can also create excavation drawings that have an official engineering stamp of approval.
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Toronto Excavation Services
At RAR Construction Management, we offer residential excavation services as well as commercial excavations. You can turn to us for any of the following:
Custom Home Excavation
Excavation for custom home foundations, basements, underground utility installations, and land grading. We'll adhere to the unique design and footprint of your custom home.
Subdivision Excavation
Large excavation projects for new lot and neighbourhood development. Includes excavation for buildings, roads, and utilities. Additionally, we backfill excavated areas with appropriate materials and provide land grading.
Commercial Excavation
Excavation for big and small commercial properties, including shopping centres, offices, and underground parking. We also excavate trenches for electrical cables, water lines, and sewer lines.
Basement Underpinning Excavation
Increase the ceiling height of a residential or commercial property basement. Includes shoring services for guaranteed stability and safety during construction. We can install both temporary and/or permanent support.
Grading and Landfill
Separate or combined excavation service. We can reshape land contours, slopes, and elevations for residential and commercial properties. Create landfill cells with guaranteed proper drainage for liquid waste and gas.
Landfill and Debris Removal
As excavation contractors, we're equipped to handle everything. This includes landfill waste and debris removal. We may use specialized equipment, including excavators, backhoes, and bulldozers.
Custom Home Excavation
Excavation for custom home foundations, basements, underground utility installations, and land grading. We'll adhere to the unique design and footprint of your custom home.
Subdivision Excavation
Large excavation projects for new lot and neighbourhood development. Includes excavation for buildings, roads, and utilities. Additionally, we backfill excavated areas with appropriate materials and provide land grading.
Commercial Excavation
Excavation for big and small commercial properties, including shopping centres, offices, and underground parking. We also excavate trenches for electrical cables, water lines, and sewer lines.
Basement Underpinning Excavation
Increase the ceiling height of a residential or commercial property basement. Includes shoring services for guaranteed stability and safety during construction. We can install both temporary and/or permanent support.
Grading and Landfill
Separate or combined excavation service. We can reshape land contours, slopes, and elevations for residential and commercial properties. Create landfill cells with guaranteed proper drainage for liquid waste and gas.
Landfill and Debris Removal
As excavation contractors, we're equipped to handle everything. This includes landfill waste and debris removal. We may use specialized equipment, including excavators, backhoes, and bulldozers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several factors influence excavation costs and timelines: depth and volume of excavation required, soil conditions and need for specialized equipment, accessibility to the excavation site, requirements for shoring or temporary support systems, integration with waterproofing or utility work, and permit requirements and inspections. Typical basement underpinning takes 3-6 weeks including excavation, underpinning, waterproofing, and floor replacement. We provide detailed estimates considering all these factors to ensure accurate budgeting and scheduling for your project.
We often combine excavation with waterproofing installations including exterior waterproofing membrane application, weeping tile and drainage system installation, sump pump and backwater valve placement, dimple board and filter fabric installation, and proper grading for water management. By addressing waterproofing during excavation, we protect your investment from water damage, prevent future foundation issues, and ensure your newly excavated space remains dry and usable for decades.
Safety is paramount in all our excavations. We implement proper shoring and bracing systems for deep excavations, conduct soil analysis to determine excavation methods, follow engineered excavation sequences for underpinning work, maintain proper slopes and setbacks per safety regulations, coordinate utility locates to avoid service disruptions, and carry comprehensive insurance coverage. Our team is fully licensed and trained in excavation safety protocols, ensuring your project proceeds without incidents.
Having in-house structural engineers sets us apart by providing excavation drawings with official engineering stamps, eliminating delays from coordinating with external consultants, ensuring excavation plans meet all structural requirements, and offering immediate engineering solutions for unexpected conditions. This integrated approach means we can handle complex excavations that require shoring design, create detailed underpinning sequences for safety, and provide complete documentation for permit applications, all under one roof.
Basement underpinning involves carefully excavating beneath existing foundation walls in sections, then extending footings vertically (typically 24-36 inches) with reinforced concrete. This process increases basement ceiling height while strengthening the foundation, transforming unusable crawl spaces or low-height basements into livable areas. Benefits include creating additional living space or rental units, modernizing older homes with updated utilities and insulation, increasing property value significantly, and addressing foundation stability issues caused by soil conditions or age.
We provide comprehensive residential and commercial excavation services including basement underpinning and lowering to increase ceiling height, foundation excavation for new construction and additions, waterproofing excavation for drainage and moisture control, utility trenching for plumbing and electrical installations, site grading and preparation for construction projects, and specialized excavation for structural repairs. All our excavations are performed safely, efficiently, and according to Ontario Building Code requirements with proper shoring and support systems.
"RAR Construction Management Exceeded Our Expectations"
– Ahmad, North York
Working with RAR Construction Management was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Their team managed our full home renovation with professionalism, clear communication, and true attention to detail. What impressed us most was how everything was handled in-house – from design to engineering to construction. Having access to their designer and structural engineer made the process seamless and stress-free.
They provided a detailed construction schedule and budget estimate upfront, and stuck to it. Their use of BIM technology helped us visualize the space and make decisions with confidence before work even began. Throughout the project, their team was punctual, organized, and always available to answer questions.
The workmanship was top quality, and they made sure every part of the home met our expectations. We especially appreciated how clean and respectful they were on-site. The end result is a beautiful, functional space that feels like home. We would highly recommend RAR Construction Management to anyone looking for a professional and reliable renovation company.
Contact Nearest Excavating Contractors Near You
Don't settle for underqualified or inexperienced Toronto excavation companies. Have the job done right with RAR Construction Management. Our work is efficient, backed by structural engineering experience, completed all under one roof. Call us today to opt for less stress and zero-hassle residential and/or commercial excavations.
