"Shepherd Contracting remodeled both of my bathrooms and installed new flooring throughout my entire house. Thomas was awesome! He was respectful, easy to work with, and offered way better pricing than other contractors I got estimates from, without compromising on quality. The work turned out 10/10, and I?ll definitely be using them again!"
"They're awesome, they are so good! Brian Hampton is phenomenal. They over deliver in everything they do. They truly are awesome. I've already recommended them to other people."
"Well experienced and knowledgeable, careful with landscaping, very personable & businesslike. Quality work, and made sure I the customer was completely satisfied throughout progress of project and upon completion. Would recommend."
"They came an hour early, which was great, and were done with the whole yard in about an hour and a half. The yard looks great, and they were a third of the price of others I called. I would definitely hire again if needed."
"Owner of I Dig You Landscaping, Danny, and his team did an outstanding job on our landscaping project (rain diversion channel with river rock fill). They showed up as scheduled (a rare thing around here) and completed the job quickly and efficiently. As "luck"? would have it, we experienced a heavy downpour just a couple hours after the work was completed... and the diversion channel worked perfectly, diverting the rain water that was previously draining toward/into our house. Danny is new to the Prescott area, but I'm happy to have been one of his first happy customers."
Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.
Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.
You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.
In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.
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.
The Bagdad, AZ homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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