Economy Excavating

Septic Company in Missoula, Montana

4.2(10 reviews)
(406) 273-0228201 N Russell St, Missoula, MT 59801View on Yelp
Economy Excavating - septic in Missoula, MT

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About Economy Excavating

Economy Excavating is a Missoula, Montana-based provider with a 4.2-star rating from 10 reviews, offering excavation and septic services to western Montana homeowners and property managers. Missoula sits in a mountain valley surrounded by the Clark Fork and Bitterroot rivers, and while the city itself has municipal sewer service, surrounding neighborhoods and rural properties throughout Missoula County rely on septic systems. Economy Excavating brings the earthwork muscle needed for the more complex end of septic work, including new installations and field repairs. Their pricing philosophy, evident in their name, points toward competitive rates for the Missoula market.

Services

Excavation Services
Septic Services

Services & Process

Economy Excavating handles septic system installation, drain field excavation and repair, and related site work for residential properties in the Missoula area. New system installations involve site evaluation, permit coordination, precise excavation for tank placement and drain field trenching, and backfill work done to county specifications. For existing systems, they can excavate to access failed components, replace distribution boxes, and install new drain field lines or leach chambers. Their equipment is suited for the varied terrain around Missoula, from flat valley floor lots to sloped hillside properties where access is more challenging.

Service Area

Economy Excavating serves Missoula and Missoula County, including communities like Lolo, Florence, Clinton, and Frenchtown. They work throughout western Montana, reaching properties in the Bitterroot Valley to the south and up toward the Blackfoot River corridor to the east.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Economy Excavating's 4.2-star rating tell me about their service?
A 4.2 rating across 10 reviews suggests generally positive customer experiences with some variability, which is common for small contractors doing complex site work. Reading individual reviews gives you more specific insight into what past customers appreciated and where expectations weren't fully met.
How does Missoula's terrain affect septic system design?
Properties on valley floors near the Clark Fork have different soil and groundwater conditions than hillside lots above the city, and both differ from rural Missoula County land. These factors directly influence drain field sizing, placement, and the type of system that gets permitted and installed.
What permits are required for septic installation in Missoula County?
Missoula County Environmental Health issues septic permits, and the process typically involves a site evaluation, soil testing, and system design approval before any work begins. Your contractor should be familiar with the local process and can often guide you through the paperwork.
Can I get a new septic system installed on a property that currently has a failing system?
Yes, and in many cases replacing a failing system is the only practical solution. The old system components may need to be decommissioned properly, and the new system will be designed to meet current county standards, which may differ from the original installation requirements.
What makes a drain field fail, and can it be repaired?
Drain fields fail when the soil becomes saturated or clogged with biomat, often due to infrequent pumping, overloading the system, or simple age. Some fields can be rested and partially restored, but many require partial or full replacement, which is where excavation contractors come in.
Is excavation always required for septic repairs?
Not always. Some repairs, like fixing a broken baffle or replacing a riser lid, don't require significant digging. But drain field work, tank replacement, and distribution box repairs almost always involve excavation to access the components that need attention.

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