One operator, one used excavator, and a promise to always answer the phone. Seventeen years later, that's still the whole business plan.
Dale Novak buys a used CAT 320 at auction and starts digging foundations for local builders out of his driveway.
Two operators and a dump truck. Cascade Ridge takes on its first full subdivision sitework package.
Bonding capacity secured. First county culvert project completed ahead of schedule.
Fleet upgraded with Trimble GPS grade control — rework rates cut by more than half.
New AI-integrated back office: live job costing, equipment tracking, and cash-flow visibility on every project.

Every person below is on payroll — no rotating temp crews, no mystery subs.
29 years in the seat. Still runs the 320 most mornings.
Runs billing, permits, payroll, and everything else that keeps the wheels on.
11 years with Cascade Ridge. OSHA 30, CESCL certified.
Excavator & dozer. GPS grade-control specialist.
Skid steer & mini-ex. Utility trenching lead.
Dozer & compaction. 22 years of finish grading.
Kenworth #1. A million safe miles and counting.
Kenworth #2 and lowboy equipment moves.
Septic & storm systems. Certified installer.
Grade checking, erosion control, and site cleanup.
Second-year apprentice operator. The future of the fleet.
Keeps 11 machines running. Preventive maintenance is religion.