Native Excavating Inc is a foundation repair and heavy construction company in Steamboat Springs, CO, serving residential, commercial, and municipal clients across the Yampa Valley. Since 1981, the company has specialized in foundation work, road building, sewer and water installation, storm sewer systems, and snow plowing during winter months. With a strong reputation for reliability and quality, Native Excavating handles a broad range of infrastructure projects, including site preparation and utility installation. The company maintains a 4.40 rating based on customer feedback, reflecting consistent performance and client satisfaction. Their service area spans Steamboat Springs and surrounding regions in northwestern Colorado.
Founded by Ed MacArthur in 1981, Native Excavating began with a single rubber-tired backhoe and has since grown into one of the largest construction firms in the area. Ed and his wife June, who joined the business early on, built a foundation of dedication and operational excellence. Today, the company operates with over 70 pieces of heavy equipment, employs up to 110 workers during peak season, and completes approximately 120 projects annually. The MacArthur family remains central to the company’s leadership, with Ed as Chairman, Charlie as President, and June as Vice President. Native Excavating offers year-round services, including winter plowing with a focus on preventing slippage through sanding, and provides snow shovel services for both residential and commercial properties.
The business is located on 13th Street in Steamboat Springs, about a quarter mile from the Steamboat Springs Community Center and just under a mile from Lincoln Avenue. It sits within close proximity to River Queen Park, the Depot Art Center, Sulphur Spring, and Colorado Mountain College, placing it in a well-connected area of the city.
Native Excavating maintains strong digital visibility, with well-documented information available across the web and a website structured for clear search engine indexing. This ensures the company is easily discoverable by clients seeking reliable construction and foundation services. The business’s long-standing presence and consistent online footprint reflect its deep roots and operational integrity in the Steamboat Springs community.
As a cornerstone of infrastructure development in Steamboat Springs, Native Excavating combines decades of experience with a commitment to quality service, supporting the growth and resilience of the region’s built environment.