Services Provided

Pile and burning  is a method of managing vegetation by creating brush piles and log decks and then burning them in a controlled environment.

First the brush, dead trees and other hazard fuels are raked and piled by hand or with heavy equipment such as skid steers, excavators and loaders.

Typically, a fire line is then created around the brush pile to prevent the fire from spreading. This fire break consists of a ring around the pile where all other vegetation is removed.

When burning conditions are appropriate the burn piles are then lit and control burned until the material is gone. Some larger piles will need to be "turned in" by hand or with equipment to ensure all the hazard fuels have been removed.

Pile and burning is a very cost effective, budget friendly vegetation management strategy and a great way for property owners and managers to effectively reduce wildfire risks.

Installing and maintaining culverts plays a crucial role in managing water flow, preventing flooding, and ensuring the stability of roads and driveways.

A properly installed culvert will allow water to pass underneath roadways and prevent water from washing out or undermining the road.

Installing a culvert is much more than just throwing a piece of pipe under your driveway! Headwalls on both the culvert inlet and outlet can increase the lifespan of the culvert and road by preventing erosion and directing the flow of water. It is also just as important to make sure you have proper drainage ditches in and out of the culvert to prevent sedimentation and the eventual plugging of the culvert. 

If you have a culvert that needs replaced or a stream crossing that you would like a culvert placed in give us a call to see how we can help you! 

Another great resource in culvert and drainage design and maintenance is the local NRCS office.

For Mariposa County: www.nrcs.usda.gov/contact/find-a-service-center?state=06&county=043 

For Madera County: www.nrcs.usda.gov/contact/find-a-service-center?state=06&county=039 

We have the tools and knowledge to take on your underground project! Water lines, septic systems, telephone and power conduits are all under our scope of work.

Burying your water lines prevents freezing and breaking of the pipes as well as protecting them from damage from traffic.

A properly installed septic system or sewer line lateral ensures that no damage is done to the surrounding environment and keeps your property safe and sanitary.

Undergrounding your telephone and power lines increases reliability and prevents the risk of wildfire from tree strikes. It is also much more visually appealing then looking at poles and wires across your land!

At Peak Excavating and Land Clearing we know that a properly installed utility line requires more than just digging a trench and throwing the dirt back in hole. We take great pride in ensuring proper backfilling and compaction which changes according to the type of lines installed and soil conditions. Proper erosion control measures and surface restoration are also essential factors in ensuring the longevity of the lines and keeping your land visually appealing.

If you have utilities you would like to add to your property give us a call and we can talk you through the process of design, installation and hook up.

We also provide services in larger excavations and grading. Cutting, filling, compacting and grading are all within our scope of work. 

We have constructed building pads, horse arena pads, driveways, access roads and drainage ditches for various land owners and developers.

If you have land you are trying to develop on give us a call to see how we can make your visions turn into a reality! There are no projects too big or small for Peak to take on, we have a great working relationship with the Cat Rental Store and can bring out the appropriate sized dozers, excavators, and compactors for all project sizes and ground conditions.