Excavating Contractor in Fort Mohave, AZ

Family-OwnedExcavating Business Since 1982

Mohave Excavating LLC is a second-generation, family-run excavating contractor based in Fort Mohave, Arizona. Owner and operator Doug Hovis has been in the business since 1982, learning the trade from his father. Alongside his wife, Pam, who manages the office, Doug continues the family tradition of honest, professional work in both residential and commercial excavating projects.

We proudly serve clients across Mohave County and surrounding areas in western Arizona and Needles, California with reliable trenching, grading, and site prep services.

928-519-8862

Doug and Pam in front of a truck promoting Mohave Excavating

Licensed Excavating Contractor with40+ Years of Experience

We grew up in this business. Excavating is more than just a service—it’s a craft passed down through generations. Doug takes pride in every trench dug and every site graded, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and doing the job right the first time. That pride shows in our work, no matter how big or small the job.

What We Do as an Excavating Contractor

Backhoe Excavator Loader Work
Plumbing and Electrical Trenching
Retaining Wall Footings and Septic Lines
Commercial Excavating
Residential Grading
Site Preparation
Skip Loader Work

Dependable Grading and Site Prep for All Property Types

Mohave Excavating is built to handle pressure. Whether it’s last-minute changes or unexpected site conditions, Doug adapts with skill and focus. Our reputation is rooted in trust, dependability, and quality work—always delivered with clear communication and fair pricing.

Our professional excavation equipment fleet includes:

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Backhoe

John Deere 310 SL HL Backhoe

(4WD, 4-in-1 buckets, extension boom, 8″ to 4′ digging buckets, and 2′ compactor wheel) for footings, trenching, and compacting

skiploader

John Deere 210K Skip Loader

(4WD, 4-in-1 bucket, 72″ super box, dual hydraulic tilt) for residential and light commercial grading

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is Mohave Excavating Locally Owned?

    Yes. We’re a family-owned, second-generation excavating company based in Fort Mohave, Arizona.

  • When Did Mohave Excavating Start?

    Doug Hovis began operating equipment in 1982. The business relocated from Southern California to Arizona in 2023.

  • What Services Do You Offer?

    We specialize in commercial excavating, residential grading, trenching, site prep, and skip loader work. We also support plumbing and electrical contractors with utility trenching.

  • What Equipment Do You Use?

    We operate John Deere excavation equipment, including a 310 SL HL backhoe with multiple bucket sizes and a 210K skip loader for grading and compacting.

  • Are You Licensed and Insured?

    Yes. Mohave Excavating is fully licensed, insured, and bonded for excavation and grading work in Arizona.

Doug and Pam in front of the excavation equipment fleet

A Trusted Excavating Company in Arizona

We’re here to do honest work and build lasting relationships with our clients. Every job is a collaboration, and our goal is always the same: dependable results that meet your expectations. We treat every property like it’s our own—with respect, care, and a focus on quality.

Meet the Team

  • Doug Hovis, Owner/President – 40+ years of excavation experience
  • Pam Hovis, Secretary

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