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Findlay Excavations
- Family-Owned & Operated
- Excavators From 3 to 13 Tonne
- Residential, Commercial & Industrial
Family-Owned & Operated
Trusted Excavation Contractors in Ballarat
Findlay Excavations is a family-owned excavation business based in Ballarat. We take on everything from trenching, site cuts, demolition and pool excavations to slab prep, augering and soil removal. We work for residential, commercial, school and industrial customers across Ballarat and surrounds. Trust us to pay close attention to detail on every job, big or small.
Every Job, Big or Small
Trenches, Site Cuts, Slab Prep & Soil Removal
From trenches and pool excavations to site cuts, demolition, laser-graded slab prep and soil removal, we have the machines and the experience for the job. Bobcat work, augering, quarry work and material transport are all part of the service, along with tight-access sites that need a smaller machine and a careful operator. Whatever your project needs, we'll talk it through with you.
Excavations
General excavation for residential, commercial and industrial jobs.
Trenching
Trenches dug cleanly and accurately for drainage, pipes and services.
Bobcat Work
Bobcat work for smaller jobs and tighter spaces.
Quarry Work
Quarry work carried out with the right attachments for the job.
Pool Excavations
Pool excavations dug to suit your pool design.
Landscaping
Earthworks for landscaping projects, ready for the next stage.
Concrete Prep
Site preparation ahead of concrete pours, including warehouse floors.
Site Cuts
Site cuts to bring your block or building area to the right level.
Demolition
Demolition, including house frame demolition, with the right size excavator.
Augering
Augering for post holes, footings and similar jobs.
Slab Prep
Slab prep with a laser-graded finish, level and ready for concrete.
Tight Access Work
Tight-access sites using smaller machines, from 3 tonne.
Soil Removal
Soil removal in 30-tonne loads, carted away for you.
Material Transport
Materials to and from your site with our live bottom trailer.
Excavators, Bobcat & Live Bottom Trailer
The Right Machine for Every Job
Our excavators range from 3 to 13 tonne, so we can match the machine to your site, from tight-access spots to larger commercial and industrial digs. We also run a Bobcat, work with attachments, and cart material with our live bottom trailer. Whatever the job, we turn up with the machine it needs, and close attention to detail goes into the finish.
Ballarat & Surrounds
Areas We Serve
Based in Ballarat, we service the surrounding district, including:
Ballarat
- Alfredton
- Black Hill
- Delacombe
- Lake Gardens
- Lucas
- Mount Clear
- Mount Helen
- Newington
- Redan
- Sebastopol
- Wendouree
- Winter Valley
Buninyong
- Buninyong
- Scotsburn
Miners Rest
- Miners Rest
- Learmonth
- Waubra
Creswick
- Creswick
- Kingston
- Smeaton
- Newlyn
Smythesdale
- Smythesdale
- Scarsdale
- Linton
- Snake Valley
Clunes
- Clunes
Bungaree
- Bungaree
- Wallace
- Dunnstown
We're based in Ballarat and service the surrounding district and beyond. Call Ash with your location and we'll let you know if we can get to you.
How We Work
Our Process
Step 1: Call & Quote
Call Ash or send an enquiry and tell us about the job. We'll talk through what you need and put together a quote before any work begins.
Step 2: Dig & Prep
We bring the right machine for the job, from 3 to 13 tonne, and get the digging, cutting and levelling done with close attention to detail.
Step 3: Finish & Cart Away
We finish the site off properly and, where needed, cart away surplus soil and materials, so the job is ready for whatever comes next.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What size excavators do you have?
Our excavators range from 3 to 13 tonne, so we can match the machine to your job, from tight-access sites to larger commercial and industrial work.
Do you work on residential and commercial jobs?
Yes. We work for residential, commercial, school and industrial customers, from smaller residential digs to larger site works.
Can you work in tight access areas?
Yes, tight-access sites are part of what we do. With excavators starting at 3 tonne and Bobcat work available, we can get into spaces bigger machines can't.
Can you remove the soil as well?
Yes. We offer soil removal in 30-tonne loads and material transport, so we can dig it out and cart it away.
Do you travel outside Ballarat?
We're based in Ballarat and service the surrounding district and beyond. Call Ash with your location and we'll let you know if we can get to you.
Get In Touch
Planning a Job?
Planning an excavation, slab prep or soil removal job in Ballarat? Call Ash or send through an enquiry, and we'll get back to you to talk it through.