"Absolutely love how my bathroom remodel turned out! The team at Shepherd Contracting was super professional and made the whole process so easy. They worked fast but didn’t cut any corners, and everything looks amazing. Communication was great the whole way through, and they actually stuck to the timeline (which never happens with renovations lol). Plus, they kept everything really clean, which I totally appriciated. If you’re thinking about remodeling, I 100% recommend them!"
"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."
"They wrote up a complete Scope of Work detailing the work to be done including all costs. They showed up on time and did a very nice job of trimming two trees. They were very professional and charged $850 less than other businesses who bid on the job. I will definitely use them again in the future."
"Steven Wallot is an experience tree cutter, he's done many years with the hotshots (wildland fire crews). I had to remove a hazardous tree from my back yard. Steve dropped the tree in a safely manner. Thanks for the service."
"Great to work with. He understood my needs and exceeded them. I will use again without a second thought. If you need any grading to be done Morris Excavating is who you want."
"Fast and professional service, great communication, and fair prices. I will definitely hire Absolute Construction again. Our yard looks fantastic now, thanks!"
"Scottgave me a fair price for mowing at my retirement property in Prescott. So I hired him. He was quick and did it right away. A local resident advised the work was good. So I'm happy and expect to hire Nostab again when cutting is next needed."
"Extremely professional. Weber Services is owned and operated by a Certified Engineer, lending a high level of confidence to the proposal, estimated completion, and any additional work that may need to be required. Mr. Travis Weber personally bid the job, came to the job site three times during the work, and provided our home with matching concrete work from what was previously installed by the builder. HIGHLY RECOMMEND."
A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.
If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.
The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.
Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.
You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.
The Kirkland, 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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