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Built from the ground up.

Professional excavation, demolition, grading, concrete removal, and site preparation throughout San Diego County.

What We Do

Groundwork, handled end to end

Excavation

Excavation

Digging, cutting, and removing soil for pads, footings, pools, and utilities.

Grading

Grading

Leveling and shaping ground for pads, driveways, yards, and positive drainage.

Site Preparation

Site Preparation

Getting raw or existing ground ready for the next phase of construction.

Concrete Removal

Concrete Removal

Breaking out driveways, patios, walkways, slabs, and footings.

Demolition

Demolition

Selective and structure demolition with debris loaded out and hauled off.

Trenching

Trenching

Clean, consistent trenches for water, sewer, electrical, gas, and drain lines.

Land Clearing

Land Clearing

Removing brush, growth, and debris to open up usable property.

Dirt Removal

Dirt Removal

Excess soil loaded, hauled, and disposed of so the site stays workable.

Rock & Boulder Removal

Rock & Boulder Removal

Breaking, lifting, and hauling rock and boulders out of the work area.

Drainage Preparation

Drainage Preparation

Grading and trenching that moves water away from structures and hardscape.

Foundation Excavation

Foundation Excavation

Accurate footing and foundation digs cut to plan depth and dimension.

Property Clearing

Property Clearing

Full-lot cleanup of overgrowth, old material, and accumulated debris.

Why Zaragoza Construction

The way the work gets done

Experienced Operators

Work is run by operators who know how the machines and the ground behave.

Professional Equipment

Machines and attachments matched to the job instead of forced to fit.

Straightforward Estimates

Clear scope and pricing, explained before any work starts.

Clean Job Sites

Debris handled and the work area left tidy at the end of the day.

Reliable Scheduling

Dates that are confirmed and kept, with updates if anything changes.

Attention to Detail

Grades, depths, and dimensions checked as the work goes in.

Respect for Customer Property

Access routes, landscaping, and hardscape protected while we work.

Local San Diego County Service

Serving San Diego County and the surrounding communities.

Built on Experience

Meet the Owner

Jonathan Zaragoza, owner of Zaragoza Construction

Jonathan Zaragoza

Owner & Operator

Jonathan Zaragoza brings more than 20 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment operation and construction site work. Over the course of his career, he has developed extensive experience in excavation, site preparation, trenching, rough and finish grading, earthmoving, utility preparation, drainage work, material handling, demolition support, land clearing, and jobsite coordination.

His experience operating heavy equipment has given him a strong understanding of site conditions, safe equipment operation, efficient project execution, and the attention to detail required to complete work correctly.

Jonathan started Zaragoza Construction with a simple purpose: to build something of his own while creating a stronger future for his wife and two children. The company represents years of experience, hard work, and his determination to create new opportunities for his family.

For Jonathan, Zaragoza Construction is more than a business. It is an opportunity to put decades of experience to work, serve customers with pride, and pursue the American dream for his family and their future.

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My goal is simple — do quality work, treat people right, and build something my family can be proud of.

Experience Highlights

  • 20+ Years Heavy Equipment Experience
  • Excavation & Earthmoving
  • Site Preparation
  • Rough & Finish Grading
  • Trenching & Utility Preparation
  • Drainage Preparation
  • Land Clearing
  • Material Handling
  • Demolition Support
  • Jobsite Coordination
  • Heavy Equipment Safety & Operation

Have a project in mind? Talk directly with Zaragoza Construction about your property and what you need done.

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Equipment

Machines matched to the job

A compact fleet built for residential and light-commercial work, including tight-access properties.

  • Mini Excavators

    Tight-access digging for footings, utilities, and pool work.

  • Compact Track Loaders

    Grading, pushing, and moving material over soft ground.

  • Skid Steers

    Fast material handling and finish work in confined areas.

  • Dump Trailers

    On-site haul-off of soil, concrete, and debris.

  • Hydraulic Breakers

    Breaking concrete, footings, and rock.

  • Grapple Buckets

    Clearing brush, debris, and bulky material.

  • Augers

    Clean post, pier, and footing holes.

  • Trenching Attachments

    Straight, consistent trenches for utility runs.

How It Works

Five steps, start to finish

  1. 01

    Request an Estimate

    Submit your project information and photographs.

  2. 02

    Site Evaluation

    The project is evaluated for equipment, labor, access, materials, and disposal requirements.

  3. 03

    Receive Your Estimate

    You receive a straightforward project estimate.

  4. 04

    Schedule the Project

    You select an available project date.

  5. 05

    Complete the Work

    The project is professionally completed and the work area is cleaned.

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Tell us what needs to move

Send your project details and photographs and you will receive a straightforward estimate for the work.

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Serving San Diego County and surrounding communities

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