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Avatar for Coles Excavating & Pad Building, LLC
Coles Excavating & Pad Building, LLC
4.7(
25
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our 38 year old home had water line leakage problems that were not only reflected on our water bill but with a "pooling" puddle near the house. Another plumber came out to make a repair visit and a follow-up "problem" visit a month later that still did not stop the problem. A month later when the problem arose for a third time we went on "Angi' seeking a replacement of the line. Robert of Coles Excavating contacted me along with a number of others. His personal conversations, both helpful and informative, impressed me; also his comparatively lower bid. Coles Excavating not only did a fine job replacing the water line, (I waited 30+ days before sending in this review) but Robert's continuing information and support as things progressed was greatly appreciated. My experience with Cole's, in a stressful situation, was truly an excellent one."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate97%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Chex Landscaping
Chex Landscaping
4.6(
105
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Daniel, with Chex Landscaping, completed the tree removal in a timley and professional manner. I will continue to work with this contractor on other landscaping and irrigation projects."
Oro valley hardscape
Paver project
Turf
Turf
Turf and pavers

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
192 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hercs Works LLC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our HOA wanted to correct some advanced erosion in our subdivision. This included, site clearing, earthwork, grading and the installation of 11 tons of rip-rap stone. I met with Josh and Lacey, discussed the scope and received a very competitive bid to do the work. They did an outstanding job, kept me up-to-date and left a very clean work-site. They are a hard-working, reliable contractor who I would hire again. Sincerely - Bill Rutherford, HOA President, Marana, AZ."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Atteberry Excavation and Trucking, LLC.
4.6(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Very well managed - came on time for both estimate and work, explained clearly what needed to be done, provided estimate quickly, and did an excellent job, including cleanup."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Cherry Landscape, Inc.
Cherry Landscape, Inc.
3.7(
81
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"i have gone through many yard and landscape companies over the past two years. Cherry is by far the best. They come when they say they will be coming, they work quickly yet efficiently, and they accomplish all that I ask. Junior and Jessie are a great tribute to this company. Do not hesitate to give them a try. I did and i am pleased."
 Entrance
Landscape Design & Installation 1
Commercial 1
Desert landscape with rock and flower
 Landscape

+40

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for PDW Septic Pumping
PDW Septic Pumping
4.7(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called PDW on a Wednesday late afternoon. I was pleased to have someone answer my call, instead of having to leave a message on an automated system, and hope that someone would call back. I explained my issue, PDW was at my house the next day at 7:30 AM. They were responsive, quick, and professional. Thank you PDW, I will be using you guys for future jobs."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Avatar for Landshapes, LLC
Landshapes, LLC
4.5(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Arizona Landshapes is located in Tucson, Arizona. We specialize in desert landscaping from design to installation and maintenance. Please contact Arizona Landshapes for your estimate tomorrow

Fireplace and Patio
Turf Install w fireplace and patio
Maintaining drainage between patio and turf
Landscaping Tucson
Before the Sail went up

+7

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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