Bay Builders & Excavation, LLC brings expertise, the right equipment, and a commitment to quality to every job — from driveway culverts to full road construction.
From initial site preparation to final grading, we handle every phase with professional-grade equipment and decades of experience in Northern Idaho's unique terrain.
All phases of excavation work — site clearing, earthmoving, grading, and land preparation for residential, commercial, and rural projects.
Expert road and driveway construction for rural Idaho properties. We build access roads that last through every season and weather condition.
Underground utility installation including water lines, electrical conduit, culverts, and other critical infrastructure for your property.
Licensed septic installer in Northern Idaho (Panhandle Health District) and Sanders County, MT. We handle the entire process from design to final inspection.
Need equipment without the operator? Our heavy equipment rental service gives you access to the right machine for your project at competitive daily and weekly rates.
Complete site preparation for new construction — clearing, grading, access, utilities, and everything needed to get your build-ready lot truly build-ready.
Bay Builders & Excavation, LLC is owned and operated by Jim Cody out of Clark Fork, Idaho. With over four decades of experience moving earth and building infrastructure across Bonner and neighboring counties, Jim knows this terrain — the rock, the slope, the seasons — better than anyone.
Jim and Lea also own and operate Contractors Equipment Rental LLC, the equipment fleet that supports every Bay Builders project and is available for rent to other contractors and property owners in the area.
Whether you need a quarter-mile access road through timber, a new septic system for your off-grid property, or a single culvert installed correctly, we bring the same commitment to every job: the right sized equipment for the right sized job.
We know Northern Idaho's rocky, steep, and heavily wooded terrain and how to work in it efficiently.
No job too small or too large — we scale our equipment to match your project perfectly.
Free quotes, clear scopes of work, and no surprises on your final invoice.
When you hire Bay Builders, you're hiring a local operator who stakes his reputation on every job he takes.
We know every ridge, drainage pattern, and frost line in Bonner County. That means fewer surprises and better results for your project.
Too many contractors show up with oversized rigs. We match machine to mission — getting you done faster, with less site damage.
As a local, owner-operated business, our overhead is low and our prices reflect that. We give you honest, competitive rates every time.
You deal directly with Jim — no middlemen, no runaround. When you call, you talk to the person running your job.
A look at a recent site development project along the Clark Fork River — from timber clearing to finished building pad.
Take a look at some of the work we've completed across Northern Idaho. From access roads through timber to complete septic installations.
Road Building
Clark Fork, ID — timber road with river views
Site Development
Clark Fork, ID — full land clearing & pad prep
Excavation
Clark Fork, ID — two-excavator operation
We measure our success by the satisfaction of our clients across Northern Idaho.
"I bought 10 acres outside Clark Fork and hired Jim to develop the entire site — driveway down a steep hillside, building pad, water lines, septic system, and even coordinating the power extension. Having one company handle everything made a complex project feel completely organized. Jim's workmanship was exceptional and the relationship was built on trust and integrity. I've hired Bay Builders twice more since — same quality every time. Highly recommended."
"We needed a complete septic system installed on our new property near Hope. Bay Builders handled everything — permits, design, the whole install. Done right, done on time, and the price was fair. Won't use anyone else."
"On the development of the road for Monarch View Estates, you and your crew were awesome! Good luck."
Based in Clark Fork, Idaho, we serve North Idaho and Sanders County, Montana. Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call — we're happy to discuss your project regardless of location.
Clark Fork • Hope • Sandpoint • Bonner County • Sanders County, MT • And Beyond
Open in Google MapsWhether it's a driveway culvert or a full road build — no job is too small or too large. Get your free quote today.