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Avatar for Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
5.0(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arthur and one othe person did a great job. They worked hard and quickly to clear all the weeds and trim the large bushes. They then cleaned up everything really well. I'm really pleased with the work they did and would definitely hire them again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Central Coast Engineering & Development INC
Central Coast Engineering & Development INC
5.0(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Austyn is very talented at operating the escalating machinery. He also is particularly accurate at his grading and uses suitable tools for checking and planning the approach.. These are the reasons I gave him the high marks. Also he is quite a nice fellow. Rob Grandfield Project was finished January 2024 Larkin Valley Hills, Watsonville/Aptos"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Higuera Excavation and Grading
Higuera Excavation and Grading
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can’t say enough great things about Higuera Excavation and Grading! During the last big storm here in the Monterey area, we suddenly discovered a serious leak around our door. Water was pouring in, and we were honestly panicking about the potential damage and cost. I called my friend Gary Higuera, and he showed up at a moment’s notice — while the storm was still going on! Gary jumped right in, quickly diagnosed the issue, and fixed the problem before it turned into a much bigger (and much more expensive) disaster. His pricing absolutely could not be beat. Thanks to his quick response and expertise, he literally saved us thousands of dollars in potential repairs. It’s rare to find someone who is not only skilled and professional but also genuinely cares about helping people when they need it most. We are so incredibly grateful for his help and highly recommend Higuera Excavation and Grading to anyone in the Monterey area. Thank you, Gary — you’re a lifesaver!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.
Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CJR is all about quality, they treat you like a real customer. The team is extremely professional, they clean the site daily before leaving for the day. You and your neighbors will not even notice its a site under construction. The quality of work is far and beyond your expectations. I will continue to use CJR for upcoming projects and referrals to all my friends and family."
Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Craven Landscaping, Inc.
Craven Landscaping, Inc.
2.7(
24
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have not been billed yet. However the service was as promised, on time, very pleasant. They checked the entire sprinkler system, and performed the repairs. They repaired a leaking stand pipe too."
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Premium Green

+24

Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service
Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service
4.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"A kind and very creative man. Much to offer customers in knowledge of plants and trees etc. Hard working and honest to the core. One of the nicest people you could ever meet. Can't wait to hire him again. Our wall is BEAUTIFUL."
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+76

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
RB Home Plumbing Repairs & Drain Service
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with the quality of work that was done. Mr. Blanco has a style of professionalism that is all his own...I was in need of a bathroom remodeling, and was referred to RB. On time , had no problems throughout the job, from changing out all fixtures to replacing tub and shower, and sink. A complete revamp done to my bathroom! would definitely recommend RB to anyone who is looking for someone that knows how to do a job right. I'll even go as far as giving an extra star ... that's how satisfied I am with the work that was done. Thank you once again RB !"
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+17

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BG Construction
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BG Construction was a pleasure to work with. Price was very fair for the work performed and the owner was very flexible on changes during the project. Great customer service and he showed up everyday at the time he said he would be here. I would recommend BG if you need any home improvement project that requires land clearing or digging. Hy"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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