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R&R Dirtworks
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cotter, AR and surrounding areas

"He did a great job, the building's been here for about 2 1/2 years. He knew what to do, how to do it, and it was very quick. I've recommended him to several men that I knew were having construction projects who also had good results."
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Stanley's Home Improvement
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cotter, AR and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was apparent they were very skilled. They quickly dropped the huge limbs without a scratch on the house, fence or sheds surrounding the tree. They arrived on time and cleaned the area to my satisfaction before leaving. And they were competetively priced! I can't say enough good things about this company."
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LS excavation and construction
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cotter, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

LS Excavating and Construction is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!\n\n

RB Construction unlimited
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cotter, AR and surrounding areas

Welcome to RB Unlimited — your one-stop solution for all landscaping and construction needs. With over 15 years of experience, we’ve built our reputation on quality workmanship, reliability, and a commitment to bringing every client’s vision to life.\n\nFrom detailed landscape design and outdoor renovations to full-scale construction projects, our team takes pride in delivering results that stand the test of time. At RB Unlimited, no job is too big or too small — we handle every project with the same level of care, precision, and professionalism.\n\nWhether you’re enhancing your outdoor space or building something entirely new, trust RB Unlimited to make it happen — on time, on budget, and beyond expectations.

Langston Builders
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cotter, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Langston Builders is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. I will uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. My distinction will be the quality of service I bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of my trade combined with ability is what makes me a true professional. I will be watchful of my customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of my business.\nPlease call me today to schedule your appointment!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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