EXCAVATING & TRUCKING CONTRACTOR

All The Right Tools, All The Right Experience

South Island Excavating is the trusted excavating and trucking contractor for homeowners, developers, and contractors across the Saanich Peninsula, Greater Victoria, Southern Gulf Islands, and Vancouver Island.

Construction worker in hard hat and safety vest using a hose to spray water near a destroyed building with an excavator clearing debris and trees surrounding the site.
Construction worker in hard hat and safety vest using a hose to spray water near a destroyed building with an excavator clearing debris and trees surrounding the site.

GETTING THE JOB RIGHT SINCE 2001

Our continued growth is built on a foundation of professionalism, honesty, and reliability — and a genuine commitment to getting the job done right.

DEMOLITION & LAND CLEARING

We provide efficient, responsible demolition and site preparation services to get your project off to the right start.


UNDERGROUND UTILITIES & SITE SERVICING

From new installations to repairs and inspections, our utilities and site servicing work covers the full range of essential infrastructure.


LANDSCAPE & HARDSCAPE

We work with you to create outdoor spaces that are both functional and beautiful. Have your vision come to life with our expertise.

CUSTOM & ENGINEERED ROCK WALLS

From residential retaining walls to large engineered structures, we deliver durable, long-lasting solutions you can count on for years to come.

A grayscale illustration of an excavator with a large orange circle background.

ALL THE RIGHT TOOLS

A FULL FLEET FOR YOUR PROJECT

Our fleet of excavating equipment is equipped to handle any job efficiently and safely.

From the powerful John Deere 245GLC Excavator, ideal for excavation, demolition, and land clearing, to the versatile S185 Skid-Steer Bobcat, perfect for site material transport, and power sweeping, we have the right tools for every task.

START YOUR PROJECT


CAREERS

Looking to Join South Island Excavating’s Team?

South Island Excavating is built on skilled people and solid work. If you take pride in showing up, doing the job right, and being part of a team that others can count on, we'd like to hear from you.

A gray outline drawing of a semi-truck, with a large orange circle behind it, partially visible.

What Our Clients Say

  • "Maintaining the highest standards of quality in every aspect of what we do is what has earned Christopher Developments the reputation as one of the premier home builders on Vancouver Island. Building a custom home is a team effort and it’s imperative to work with sub-trades that share the same work ethic and values. South Island Excavating Inc. is a trusted part of that team. Chris’ excavating, trucking and site preparation expertise and abilities is matched by his attention to detail and customer service."

    Christopher Walker, Christopher Developments

  • “Victoria Airport Authority has been working with the South Island Excavating team for over 12 years. Not only do they provide prompt, efficient and professional service for construction projects, excavations, utility/drainage repairs and snow removal, but their advice on these matters has proven to be invaluable on many occasions. Chris Hall and his team of experts has proven to the airport that the company is dependable and reliable and the bottom line is, they just get the job done right. I would recommend Chris and his team to any land or facility manager that is looking for great advice and workmanship for their projects or maintenance programs.”

    James Bogusz, Victoria International Airport

  • "Chris Hall of South Island Excavating is one of the trusted contractors we rely on at Canoe Cove Marina and Boatyard. Whether a small job or large, Chris and his crew take care to do the job as efficiently as possible, keep it on budget and then leave the work area clean and ready to go. I have no hesitation giving Chris and his team my strong endorsement!"

    Don Prittie, General Manager, Canoe Cove Marina and Boatyard