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Higuera Excavation and Grading

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Higuera Excavation and Grading

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
13 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Higuera Excavation Grading and Concrete is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 20 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with.

"Gary did an amazing job and great clean up every day before they left knowing we were having to live in house while the repairs were on going. Highly recommend him and his quality work."

Susie B on April 2025

Higuera Excavation Grading and Concrete is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 20 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with.

"Gary did an amazing job and great clean up every day before they left knowing we were having to live in house while the repairs were on going. Highly recommend him and his quality work."

Susie B on April 2025

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Aleman plumbing, inc.

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Aleman plumbing, inc.

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Customers say: Quality work
75 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We also offer commercial and industrial plumbing repair and new solutions.

"Very efficient and professional "

Sylvia Z on November 2025

We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We also offer commercial and industrial plumbing repair and new solutions.

"Very efficient and professional "

Sylvia Z on November 2025

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Aleman Plumbing INC

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Aleman Plumbing INC

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2 years of experience

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Any time

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Any time

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

To determine whether your homeowners' insurance will cover crawl space repair, consider the cause of the issue. Repair may be covered if the problems were caused by an event that the insurance covers, such as vandalism or a windstorm. However, companies won't cover the repair if the issues are caused by neglect or wear and tear.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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