Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Excavation & Construction Solutions
Founded in 2007 by Santa Barbara native Chad Cushman, Coastal Excavation & Construction embodies a vision of bridging creativity and stability in the construction industry. Our team of highly skilled, licensed professionals specializes in managing every aspect of excavation and construction projects, from initial planning and design to final execution. With decades of combined experience, we deliver meticulous craftsmanship and innovative problem-solving for residential, commercial, and public works projects. Our expertise spans concrete specialization, structural foundations, trenching, land clearing, and custom steel fabrication, supported by partnerships with soils engineers to meet compaction requirements. As a bonded, insured contractor and member of the Santa Barbara Contractors Association, we prioritize quality, transparency, and client satisfaction.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our work on large-scale public projects, high-end residential builds, and critical infrastructure like drainage systems and septic installations. We take pride in handling projects of all sizes, ensuring durability and precision while respecting the unique challenges of coastal environments. Our reputation for reliability and technical proficiency has been built through consistent delivery of complex projects, from pool excavations to defensible space land clearing. With a focus on community and environmental stewardship, we approach every project with the same dedication that has defined our success since inception.
Services
Excavation Services
Concrete Work
Demolition Projects
Trenching & Utilities
Land Clearing
Structural Foundations
Septic System Installation
Drainage Solutions
Custom Steel Fabrication
Hardscape Construction
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We handle all aspects of excavation and construction projects from start to finish.
- Our team has over two decades of combined experience in the construction industry.
- We collaborate with soils engineers to meet optimal compaction requirements.
- We are a bonded, licensed, and insured contractor for public and private works.
- Our commitment to quality drives every project we undertake.
Services
Excavation Services
We provide comprehensive excavation solutions for residential, commercial, and public works projects. Our capabilities include over-excavation, recompaction, footing excavation, and pool/hot tub excavation. Working with soils engineers, we ensure optimal moisture content and compaction to meet project specifications. Our team handles both small-scale and large-scale earth moving requirements with precision.
Concrete Work
As concrete specialists, we deliver structural foundations, retaining walls, and decorative concrete installations. Our expertise covers forming, pouring, and finishing for public infrastructure and high-end residential projects. We repair and replace asphalt and concrete surfaces while maintaining strict quality standards. Our team also creates custom concrete solutions for driveways, hardscapes, and architectural features.
Demolition Projects
We handle complete demolition of concrete, asphalt, structures, and foundations. Our services include fire-damaged property cleanup and removal of outdated septic systems. We ensure safe, code-compliant demolition with proper debris hauling and site preparation for new construction. Our team follows strict safety protocols for both residential and commercial demolition projects.
Trenching & Utilities
Our trenching services support installation of water, sewer, gas, and electrical infrastructure. We create underground utility systems for new developments and renovations while maintaining compliance with local regulations. Our team ensures proper depth and alignment for utility lines, working closely with engineers to integrate systems into broader construction projects.
Land Clearing
We offer land clearing for fire prevention, development, and access road construction. Services include defensible space creation, brush removal, and trail cutting. Our team plants specimen trees, places boulders, and builds natural rock structures. We handle debris hauling and site grading to prepare land for residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects while maintaining environmental considerations.
People
Chad Cushman
Founder
Chad Cushman founded Coastal Excavation & Construction in 2007 after earning certifications in crane operations, heavy equipment, and surveying. A Santa Barbara native, he combines technical expertise with coastal environmental awareness. His leadership emphasizes quality craftsmanship and innovative problem-solving for complex construction challenges.
Questions
What types of projects does Coastal Excavation & Construction handle?
We manage residential, commercial, and public works projects including excavation, concrete work, demolition, trenching, land clearing, and structural foundations. Our expertise covers both small accessory structures and large-scale developments.
Are you licensed for public works projects?
Yes, we are a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor qualified for both public and private works projects in Santa Barbara County and surrounding areas.
Do you provide design services?
Yes, we offer design and drafting services for custom projects. Our team creates detailed plans for structural concrete work, drainage systems, and site development projects.
How do you handle drainage solutions?
We install surface drainage systems and subterranean storm drains to protect properties from water damage. Our team addresses landslide prevention and repair while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
What equipment do you use?
We operate heavy excavation equipment, concrete mixing and finishing tools, welding apparatus, and hauling vehicles. Our machinery supports projects ranging from small residential builds to large infrastructure developments.
