How we work.
From first call to final roll.
No mystery, no runaround. Here's exactly how an Iron & Earth job goes from "thinking about it" to "done and cleaned up."
Our Process
Six steps.
Every job.
The call
Tell us what you've got and what you're trying to solve. Photos help. We'll tell you on the phone whether it's something we're a fit for.
The walk
For anything bigger than a quick regrade, Jeff comes out, walks the property with you, and eyeballs access, soil, and drainage. Most walks are free.
The quote
Written, itemized, and honored. You see exactly what's included, what's optional, and where the materials come in.
The schedule
Once you approve, we pick a start date and hold it. Weather can push us a day — we'll always call before we show up or don't.
The work
Jeff on the machine, on your property. If we hit something unexpected, we stop and call before we do anything about it. No surprise change orders.
The handoff
Walk the finished job with Jeff. If anything's not right, we fix it before we leave. Final invoice matches the quote.
Common Questions
Things people ask
before they book.
How soon can you start?
Depends on the season and the weather. In summer we're usually 1–3 weeks out; in spring and fall it can be further. Winter's lighter — we can often jump on a job in a week. Call and we'll tell you straight.
Do you charge for quotes?
Most quotes are free. For a full property walkthrough with written recommendations — the consultation service — we charge $200–$300, and that fee comes off your bill if you hire us for the work.
Do you handle the permits?
For most dirt work in Linn County you won't need one. When you do — big excavation, septic, wetlands — we'll tell you who to call, and we'll work alongside the licensed folks who pull the permit.
What about materials like gravel?
We can source rock, gravel, and fill from local pits in the valley and add it to the quote, or you can buy your own and have it delivered. Either way, we'll tell you what you need and how much.
Do you take card?
Check or bank transfer preferred. Cards available with a small processing fee. Half up front on larger jobs, balance on completion — discussed up front, not sprung at the end.
What if it rains?
Dirt work in the valley means planning around weather. We'll always call the day before if rain is about to push the schedule, and we'll never tear up a property when it's too wet to drive on.