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Little Su Services, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Palmer, AK and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Little Su Services deconstructed a large old shed in one day. They had the right tools and machinery plus, the team worked continuously until the job was completed. At the end of the project, they hauled off the waste materials. Little Su Services team was so professional that we are hiring the company again to complete an excavation/pad project."
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Junk Removal Empire
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Palmer, AK and surrounding areas

Approved

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!!!"
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Core Paving & Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palmer, AK and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome and thank you for your interest in Core Paving & Excavating.\n\nCORE is an owner operated company located in the Matsu Valley. With over 15 years of experience in the asphalt construction industry, our team is well equipped and comfortable in our ability you meet your asphalt and excavating needs.\n\nFully licensed, bonded, and insured.

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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E&M Dirtworks LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Palmer, 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 rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rock Landscaping
4.6(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Palmer, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Russ and his team did a great job reconstructing our 3-tiered rock wall garden. Not only did they stay within budget but they finished the project earlier than expected! Alex and his team worked hard and did an amazing job. We are beyond pleased and would definitely recommend their services."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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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 Palmer, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I put in a request to have an estimate and got a call back same day from company to do both estimate and job all in one. The process was very quick and both the administrative staff and technicians themselves were very professional! They took care of a 5+ year problem within 90 minutes. Thank you! The Homeadvisor/ Angi app process on the other hand, may need more work on linking to customer needs. This is the only reason this service isnâ t all 5 stars. Thank goodness for good, local contractors like Arctic Septic and Restoration who know what theyâ re doing! Thank you"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HandyMedics
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palmer, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We exist to protect homes, health, and safety in the communities we live and work in. We perform every service with integrity, professionalism, and respect—doing the job right, not just fast.\n\nWe are committed to:\nServing our local community first, especially in times of need\nReinvesting in our community, local services, and emergency readiness\nSupporting our employees and their families, who live, work, and raise their lives here\nOperating honestly and transparently, with no shortcuts, no pressure tactics, and no exploitation\nLeaving every property, client, and situation better than we found it\n\nWe believe strong communities are built by people who show up, take responsibility, and give back. That is our standard. That is our promise.\n\n— HandyMedics

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God's Country Excavation
4.7(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palmer, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"Our original project included prepping new lake property by clearing trees, excavating, leveling and building a pad for our RV. They also were able to accommodate our additional request to build a path down to the lake. We were very happy with the results. We for sure would use them again!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

To determine whether your homeowners' insurance will cover crawl space repair, consider the cause of the issue. Repair may be covered if the problems were caused by an event that the insurance covers, such as vandalism or a windstorm. However, companies won't cover the repair if the issues are caused by neglect or wear and tear.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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