Excavation Excellence in Montana
About Glacier Ridge Excavation
Tradition & Innovation
Crafting Montana’s Landscapes
Glacier Ridge Excavation LLC roots back to a family vision, honed over 50 years of dedication in light excavation and land management. Founded by Buck, a veteran with deep ties in the excavation industry, we transitioned from large-scale projects to focusing on bringing the dreams of homeowners and businesses to life. Our journey from government projects to residential building showcases a blend of tradition and innovation, and earned Buck a welcome retirement.
Today, under James, a former Navy SEAL with a passion for adventure and precision, we continue to push boundaries in excavation, site preparation, and land management. Our commitment to excellence and integrity remains unwavering, as we turn challenging terrains into masterpieces of utility and beauty.
Core Values
Our Guiding Principles
Vision
Performance
Community
Excellence
Trusted in Montana
Our reputation in Montana speaks volumes, built on decades of reliable work and positive client feedback.
Every now and then we get asked how to break down our estimates and bids. We’ve found that going the extra mile on Estimates or Bids is worth every penny up front to ensure you as the customer understand our big three deliverables. What am I spending my money on? How long will it take? How much will it cost?
We get there through:
- 1. Understanding the scope of work.
- 2. Identifying what machinery do we need.
- 3. Calculating our production rate based on knowledge of the area, similar type of projects, and capabilities.
- 4. Calculating labor costs.
- 5. Calculating material costs.
What you get before we start is a clear breakdown of machinery, labor and materials so you can compare apples to apples. This empowers customers to ask critical questions about their project to potential vendors.
If you have questions, please fire away. We’re always happy to answer them.




