Trenching & Foundations Cairns

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Trenching & Footing Excavation Cairns

Precision Earthworks for Builders, Plumbers & Electricians

At Cairns Precision Earthworks, we specialise in two things:

  • Accurate footing excavations for builders
  • Clean, safe trenching for plumbing and electrical services

With over 10 years of hands-on experience, and a building background, we can read your plans, mark out footings, and dig with precision so your job runs smoothly and stays on schedule.

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Footing Excavation for Builders

Whether you’re building a new home, shed, or extension, we’ll handle your footing prep from start to finish.

  • Plan reading & onsite mark-out
  • Strip footings and pier holes
  • Accurate depths and widths to match plans
  • Clean edges for easy steel and concrete placement
  • Coordination with builders and surveyors

We know what builders need — no guesswork, just reliable earthworks that match your drawings.

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Trenching for Plumbing & Electrical

We dig tidy, well-aligned trenches for tradies across Cairns. Whether you’re laying pipes or cables, our trenches are spot-on.

  • Stormwater and sewer trenches
  • Electrical and NBN cable trenches
  • Backfill and compaction if required
  • Dial-before-you-dig safety checks

We make life easier for plumbers and sparkies, so you can get in and get the job done.

Why Choose Cairns Precision Earthworks?

Local Know-How
We understand the ground conditions and drainage challenges across Cairns, from Redlynch to Edmonton.

We Read Plans
Owner-operator Brad has a background in building — so your footings are marked and dug exactly as drawn.

Builders & Tradies Trust Us
We work with residential builders, owner-builders, plumbers, and electricians who need it done right the first time.

Tight Access? No Drama.
Our mini excavators can squeeze into tight suburban blocks and dig footings or trenches with ease.

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Happy Clients

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Ben Filip
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Brad and the team helped replace existing retaining walls along the boundary of our property. They also re graded and levelled our yard and installed new grass. It was quite a complex job with the retaining walls being 2m in some sections but the team handled it expertly. There were a few minor hiccups along the way all of which Brad resolved smoothly and efficiently. The whole yard and landscape has been completely transformed. Well done Cairns Precision
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Nadine Sacher
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Brad and the team from Cairns Precision Earthworks did an amazing job at my house. The works included the filling of a pool with over 63m2 dirt plus a 100mm slab of concrete over the top. Access was difficult and where other services shied away, Brad and the team took on the challenges in their stride and made it happen. The pricing was extremely reasonable and fair. They worked efficiently, on time and excellent communication throughout. Very much thank and recommend the team.
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Kiera Talbot
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Excellent service & quality work, have used them many times and they are the best in the business!
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stephen byrnes
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Have used Brad and his team a few times now and every time they have been professional and very easy to work with. The finished product was second to none.
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Carmen Wilkins
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Cairns Precision Earthworks did an excellent job with our driveway and the earthworks for our shed Highly recommend Brad and his team
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Simon Lee Long
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The Precision team cleared over 300 square metres of garden around our home before levelling and prepping our yard for new turf. Brad was amazing to deal with, accomodating and had great communication. After seeing their work, it was clear why they are called ‘Precision’ Earthworks. Thank you!!

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we read your plans, mark everything out, and dig footings to exact specs.

We sure do. Perfect for decks, sheds, patios and more.

We use dial-before-you-dig to check for underground services and dig safely

We match your specs, whether it’s a shallow cable trench or a deeper sewer line.

Trenching & Foundation Guides

Helpful reading: concrete slab thickness in Cairns and which excavator do I need for my Cairns project? We also build house pads and pour concrete for builders across Cairns.

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Need footings marked and dug? Or trenches for your next plumbing job? Get in touch with Brad at Cairns Precision Earthworks.

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