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Ferguson Homes, LLC
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Happy Jack, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Offers commercial services

"He actually built a house for me. Did a great job and the house was completed in under a year, which is a record for this area. Very responsive to inquires and problems that do come up."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Linden Pearce Construction, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Happy Jack, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Offers commercial services

Linden Pearce Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Over 35 years of experience.

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Fred Trivet
Fred Trivet
Fred Trivet

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SNL Construction LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Happy Jack, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

SNL Construction LLC is a premier, locally owned site-development and waste-management solutions provider based in Flagstaff, Arizona. Built on a foundation of reliability, efficiency, and heavy-duty performance, SNL Construction specializes in transforming properties from initial site prep to final debris removal.\n\nWhether preparing residential lots for ground-up construction, clearing steep mountain terrain, managing job site waste with roll-off dumpster rentals, or performing large-scale junk hauling, SNL Construction brings the heavy equipment, experienced operators, and local expertise necessary to complete projects safely, on time, and within budget.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

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.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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. 

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