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Avatar for E&M Dirtworks LLC
E&M Dirtworks LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Anchorage, AK and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high-quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends on our reputation, and that is why customer service is our highest priority. If you're looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate.

Response time3 days
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Knagin Equipment
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Anchorage, AK and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hi, I'm Shane Knagin, owner of Knagin Equipment. I take pride in providing reliable, honest, and high-quality landscaping and handyman services. Whether you need property cleanup, grading, excavation, deck repairs, fence work, or general home maintenance, I'm committed to getting the job done right the first time.\nCustomer satisfaction is my top priority, and I believe in clear communication, fair pricing, and dependable service. No matter the size of the project, you can count on professional workmanship and attention to detail.\nThank you for considering Knagin Equipment. I look forward to helping you with your next project!

Finished deck
Gravel surround
Side of house
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Arctic Septic and Restoration, LLC
4.8(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Anchorage, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed an Emergency septic pumped out, it had backed up into the lower tub. They were busy as others that I called that day, but Tony said he would get it pumped ut but it may be later as they were on another job. Later Josh called and said he would be here today even if it was later tonight. Well he showed up, it was dark by then about 8 pm and he got the job done just as he promised. and he wanted to know the system checked out ok before he left. Very professional and a job well done."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Junk Removal Empire
5.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Anchorage, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He was VERY professional, kind, strong, careful, fast and had final pick up times when picking up my large and heavy furniture. I would HIGHLY recommend him. I know he will be the first person I call if I need anything more hauled away!! Thank you!!!"
Trampoline removal
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Avatar for Cook Inlet Property Management and Maintenance, LLC
Cook Inlet Property Management and Maintenance, LLC
4.0(
24
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Anchorage, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Expensive at $75/hr, but they were able to do the job quickly. Work quality was pretty good. I was not there when they finished and noticed later that one of the shelves was not level. They are supposed to come out and make it right. We will see."
Holiday Lights
New Fence Downtown
Response time3 days
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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