A skilled local crew you can count on
OARA Contracting is a skilled, hard-working crew in Fargo, North Dakota — built on the idea that excavation and site work should be honest, accountable, and done right the first time.
A crew that does site work the right way
OARA Contracting is a skilled excavation and site work crew, built on years of hands-on experience running heavy equipment, managing construction projects, and coordinating logistics. The aim is simple: bring that experience and work ethic directly to homeowners and businesses across the Fargo–Moorhead area — without the layers, markups and runaround that come with bigger outfits.
The philosophy is simple: communicate honestly, price fairly, and stand behind the work. When you hire OARA, you get a crew that takes pride in the job, treats your property with respect, and answers for the result. That accountability is the whole point.
Residential & commercial
We serve both homeowners and small commercial clients — from foundation digs, drainage fixes and concrete flatwork to land clearing, demolition and site grading. Whatever the project, you get the same standard of work and the same direct line of communication.
The standards behind every job
Local ownership
Based right here in Fargo and invested in this community — not a national chain passing through.
Reliability
We show up when we say we will and keep your project on schedule. Your time matters.
Professionalism
Clean sites, clear communication, and respect for your property from start to finish.
Customer service
Direct access to the owner. Questions get answered by the person doing the work.
Safety
Utility locates, careful operation and proper procedure protect your property and everyone on site.
Licensed & insured
Fully licensed and insured so you're covered and your project is protected.
Everything we bring to your site
One contractor for the full range of excavation and site work.
Excavation
Site prep, foundations, grading & backfill handled by a skilled crew that gets the groundwork right.
Learn moreTrenching
Clean, accurate trenches for water, sewer, electrical and drainage lines.
Learn moreDrain Tile Installation
Keep water out of your basement and away from your foundation for good.
Learn moreConcrete Services
Driveways, sidewalks, patios and full removal & replacement.
Learn moreDemolition
Concrete, sheds and small structures torn out and hauled away clean.
Learn moreLand Clearing & Grading
Brush removal, dirt work and precision grading that drains the right way.
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