Bob Ames Excavating

Residential and Commercial Excavating Services

Excavating the Front Range

Residential Excavation Services

We know what it takes to move boulders, manage erosion, and create a solid foundation in and near the Rocky Mountains. We have been providing quality services with an extremely quick turn around for homeowners, contractors, and developers for over 40 years.

We are locally owned and operated and have the experience and equipment necessary to fulfill any job. We look forward to working with you!

DRIVEWAYS

Residential or

Commercial

EXCAVATION

Residential or

Commercial

TRENCHING

Residential or

Commercial

UTILITY

Residential or

Commercial

RETAINING WALLS

Residential or

Commercial

SWIMMING POOLS

Commercial

We have worked with Bob and Chris for many years doing electrical underground for large commercial projects. Their prices are competitive, service is above and beyond what the competitors offer. The latest project was a 100,000sf single story school. We installed 29,000 feet of conduit underground for power and systems. There were many scheduling issues with other trades and weather that delayed and changed the flow of the job. Chris was always able to work with us to make sure that we were always done with our work ahead of schedule and with the best quality out there. They are extremely knowledgeable, professional and trustworthy. As a plus, they are a joy to work with because of their upbeat and positive nature. I would highly recommend them for your project, no matter what the size. Looking forward to the next project. Thanks guys.

Jason Lucky

Encore Electric

Chris was great throughout the entire process. Working through the layout of the driveway several times with me even after I changed things up a bit and he was always willing to meet me on site to do a physical walk through. He constantly kept me up to date with the progress of our project. I would highly recommend Bob Ames Excavating!

Kris B.

Homeowner

I needed a driveway regraded, a retaining wall reconditioned, and my culvert cleaned and reset. I was fortunate to come across Bob Ames Excavating. I can’t say enough great things about Chris Ames and the company. Because I live out of state, I had to coordinate everything by phone. I had to trust Chris with regard to the work that needed to be done, the supplies needed, and the timeframe it needed to be done in. Chris was extraordinarily good at communicating with me every step of the way, by phone, text, and photos. Although the company was busy, he was able to fit me in to their schedule. Chris was on time, under budget, and honest. The work was top notch. Chris met all my expectations and more!

Gladys

Homeowner

Wonderful, professional, and friendly. Arrived on time and worked until job competed, a day later than planned when they hit sandstone. They cleaned up the site and even took away some branches and smoothed out the ruts made by the dump trucks and the other equipment.

Marilyn

Homeowner

I would recommend Bob Ames Excavating Inc. for any utility installation or general construction projects. I recently worked with them on a sewer line and site prep project for the Town of Estes Park. They installed 1,500 linear feet of sanitary sewer and site prep for a multi-million dollar multi-use building at the fairgrounds.

The project was very challenging due to continuous plan changes and delays by the design engineer as well as unexpected ground water thru a portion of the project. Bob Ames Excavating Inc. was veery professional working through all the unexpected. They were also very fair on negotiations of change orders due to improper design. They did very good work in the field and their administrative staff was very organized and quick to respond to any of my requests.

I have over 24 years of construction management experience; working with Bob Ames Excavating Inc. on this project was very easy as they demonstrated utility and general construction expertise. I highly recommend them.

Michael H.

Senior Construction Manager, RG and Associates, LLC

In reference to Bob Ames Excavating Inc., they are not only dependable, but very safety oriented and on task at all times. They are affordable and very easy to work with. They have completed many projects with us including underground on Ft. Carson and currently at the Vestas project site in Pueblo where we have installed 40 miles of PVC. All underground inspections and compaction tests were completed and they passed.

Because of their diligence and work ethics, I wouldn’t hesitate to take them to any job in need of excavation no matter how big or small the job may be.

Brian S.

General Foreman, IES Commercial

Bob Ames Excavating Inc. has always met the challenges at hand. They conform to contract specs, performance standards, quality assurance and schedules. They continually show reliability, dedication and willingness to work with all contracted parties as a team member to meet project objectives. JBI has enjoyed having access to Bob Ames Excavating Inc.’s high ethical standards and importantly, their ability to meet contract budgets.

It is without reservation that I strongly recommend Bob Ames Excavating Inc. for any contract work under consideration. Simply stated, they deserve the favorable reputation they have earned with our company.

Bill L.

Project Manager, John Bowman, Inc.

Chris Ames with Bob Ames Excavating has been our excavation subcontractor for at least the last five years. Chris has from day one been a consummate professional in every aspect of our business relationship. He has always accommodated our schedules, provided fair and competitive pricing and delivered a quality product every time. Chris has even gone so far as to help our guys with hand shoveling when the situation called for it! Can’t recommend Bob Ames Excavating enough!

Rafael A.

I have worked alongside Chris Ames for 5-6 years as a subcontractor. This is the 1st time I have used him for a personal job on my property. Chris is very knowledgeable and will give you insight and answers to all the questions you will have. Highly recommend.

Chris B.

Homeowner, Teller County

The service and quality I received are far beyond any amount of stars I can provide. Bob and Chris Ames exceeded all expectations I had for this excavation project. I knew I needed the right person to be able to execute what was required, and Chris answered that perfectly. Keeping within the 17% grade required by the county was one of the main challenges. Halfway into the project, we encountered another obstacle – a slab of pure rock that ran approximately 265 feet through the job. With Chris’ knowledge, experience, and transparency, we were able to accomplish it beautifully.
Not only was the completed project beyond expectations, but his professionalism and communication need mentioning as well. Chris maintained open communication throughout the project, provided updates, and worked tirelessly in order to successfully complete the project. He developed and supplied multiple plans throughout the mountainside and up the slope. We settled on the one way we both thought would be the best route for the driveway.
I would highly recommend Bob Ames Excavating to anyone needing any kind of excavation work. Bob and Chris are honest, knowledgable, reliable, and trustworthy.They will deliver high-quality workmanship and a memorable, stress-free experience.

Shari T.

Homeowner

While digging for the installation of the underground secondary, your backhoe operator became suspicious. He had seen some communication locate markings elsewhere on the project but was unable to tell where they went. Excavation was stopped and Base Locate was contacted.

It was discovered that there were two conduits buried mere feet from where the excavation was proceeding with fiber optic communication cables routed in them. The conscientious actions on the part of your field personnel are the only reason a major disater was averted. Thank you.

John O.

Contracting Officer’s Representative, Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers

We worked with Chris to put a dirt driveway on our property. The process was smooth, fast, and easy, and the driveway turned out exactly the way we wanted it. The price was also very reasonable. We have more excavation work coming up, and Ames will be our first call.

Lawnie D.

Homeowner

Shari T.

Homeowner

Bob Ames Excavating, Inc. above all makes safety a number one priority not only to their employee’s but to the IES personnel and other contractors that need to work close with them. Bob Ames Excavting, Inc. has done interior building excavation and backfill, exterior utility excavation and backfill as well as site lighting trenching and backfill. All of the above work also was graded back to original condition.

Bob Ames Excavating, Inc.’s workman ship is above and beyond industry standards. BAE not only works proficiently but they save me time as well.

Brian R.

Field Superintendent, IES Commercial, Inc.

Contact Bob Ames Excavating, Inc.

Contact Chris to discuss your excavation needs. We look forward to hearing from you!

Real Estate

I love the Front Range community and am so excited to be working with the same amazing people in real estate. Since working with homeowners in Southern Colorado through Bob Ames Excavating Inc, I have learned that my true passion is helping homeowners’ dreams come true.

My experience in excavating foundations for homes along with my years as general manager of Lowe’s gives me the experience to know what makes a solid home and a worthy investment. I have been building relationships and homes in Colorado for over 30 years and I carry this passion and experience into helping my clients.

I have called Colorado home since 1987 and am excited to continue working in the neighborhoods I love. If you are buying or selling a home or land, I’d love to work with you!

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