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Venturi Enterprises, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project was done in a precise way where all the issues could be resolved more than adequately. Pedro was great in explaining the process, taking pains to make sure the flow of the drainage would be perfect. Job well done!!"
Bonnie
Bonnie
Huber
Smithen
Smithen

+2

Response time1 day
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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All Terra Landscaping Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I hired Terra Landscaping Inc to install a concrete driveway, Landscaping Sprinkler System, and Palm Trees. They were Honest, Well Priced, and Began and Completed the project on the the dates promised. They also cleaned their work daily before they left everyday which I really appreciated. I would highly recommend this contractor to anyone who is looking for professionalism. The owner Eduardo is a very nice and hardworking individual."
Driveway Extension
Driveway Extension
Backyard Renovation
Backyard Renovation
Response time2 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Peredo Custom Landscaping
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Outstanding! Joe was very professional. Easy to communicate and coordinate with. Showed up when he said he would and did an outstanding job! I highly recommend going with Peredo's for any of your landscaping needs!"
Response time5 hrs
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JB Earthwork
4.8(
5
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this service provider for a major Grading project, i needed an excavation for dirt removal, the service provider started the job but he did not finish and there is a lot of dirt that needs to be haul and a parts that needs to be leveled, the service provider is not returning my calls and i need to have this job done asap."
Response time5 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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.

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