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Avatar for Central Coast Engineering & Development INC

Central Coast Engineering & Development INC

5.00(
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Central Coast Engineering & Development INC

5.00(
11
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Central Coast Engineering & Development INC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in Septic systems, Land clearing, Excavation, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I would give Austyn 100 stars if I could. He made the project go smoothly. His personality, level headedness, his problem solving skills, knowledge of his craft and the ability to work with others so appreciated. While excavating for the septic Leitchfield, I had him do other work on the property, moving earth and building a retaining wall. When he discovered a huge cavern where earth had eroded to the point of danger, he immediately ordered everything and had it fixed in a few days. He was here on time, and he stayed on the job until it was finished. Here ever day. That isn't always the case, especially when unexpected things (like a cavern) show up and the job takes longer than planned. Everything turned out perfectly, we passed the city inspections on the first try. You can't go wrong with Austyn, he is someone you can trust."

sheila E on April 2025

Central Coast Engineering & Development INC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in Septic systems, Land clearing, Excavation, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I would give Austyn 100 stars if I could. He made the project go smoothly. His personality, level headedness, his problem solving skills, knowledge of his craft and the ability to work with others so appreciated. While excavating for the septic Leitchfield, I had him do other work on the property, moving earth and building a retaining wall. When he discovered a huge cavern where earth had eroded to the point of danger, he immediately ordered everything and had it fixed in a few days. He was here on time, and he stayed on the job until it was finished. Here ever day. That isn't always the case, especially when unexpected things (like a cavern) show up and the job takes longer than planned. Everything turned out perfectly, we passed the city inspections on the first try. You can't go wrong with Austyn, he is someone you can trust."

sheila E on April 2025

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Wilber Construction, Inc.

5.00(
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Wilber Construction, Inc.

5.00(
6
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Proudly based in Paso Robles, CA, Wilber Construction is a general engineering contractor offering a comprehensive range of services for both residential and commercial projects. Our core competencies include: Excavation, Earthwork, Underground, Utilties, Drainage and Concrete Construction. Wilber Construction, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Fantastic work, Honest, reliable, easy to work with. Family built and run business. I won t use anyone else. Highly recommend!!!"

Jan P on March 2019

Proudly based in Paso Robles, CA, Wilber Construction is a general engineering contractor offering a comprehensive range of services for both residential and commercial projects. Our core competencies include: Excavation, Earthwork, Underground, Utilties, Drainage and Concrete Construction. Wilber Construction, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Fantastic work, Honest, reliable, easy to work with. Family built and run business. I won t use anyone else. Highly recommend!!!"

Jan P on March 2019

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Higuera Excavation and Grading

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Higuera Excavation and Grading

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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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King's Excavation & Construction, LLC

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King's Excavation & Construction, LLC

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. King's Excavation & Construction LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. King's Excavation & Construction LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

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Duncan Plumbing

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Duncan Plumbing

4.71(
66
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Duncan Plumbing is dedicated to providing Santa Cruz County residents and businesses with prompt, courteous and professional service. Our company features highly skilled and well mannered plumbers who pride themselves on customer satisfaction and attention to detail .

"I waited a long while to review my service experience with Duncan Plumbing. They were polite on the phone. The service person was schedule quickly. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. He explained everything as he worked. So far, the final solution is still working well. I am very happy with the out come."

Javier A on December 2023

Duncan Plumbing is dedicated to providing Santa Cruz County residents and businesses with prompt, courteous and professional service. Our company features highly skilled and well mannered plumbers who pride themselves on customer satisfaction and attention to detail .

"I waited a long while to review my service experience with Duncan Plumbing. They were polite on the phone. The service person was schedule quickly. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. He explained everything as he worked. So far, the final solution is still working well. I am very happy with the out come."

Javier A on December 2023

Apex Heating Plumbing and Electric

4.73(
15
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Apex Heating Plumbing and Electric

4.73(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

License Number: 898328.additional DBAs - Apex Plumbing, Heating and Electric, Inc.Additional Contacts - Kumar Khelawan.Additional Phone - (831) 442-5133.family owned and operated.

"We placed the call on friday. We got the service on Tuesday after the long weekend. The technician was very qualified, was very polite, fixed the problem in a very short time, and gave a lot of good advice. We followed up with a call to their office, and were very pleased with their response."

Madhu K on February 2021

License Number: 898328.additional DBAs - Apex Plumbing, Heating and Electric, Inc.Additional Contacts - Kumar Khelawan.Additional Phone - (831) 442-5133.family owned and operated.

"We placed the call on friday. We got the service on Tuesday after the long weekend. The technician was very qualified, was very polite, fixed the problem in a very short time, and gave a lot of good advice. We followed up with a call to their office, and were very pleased with their response."

Madhu K on February 2021

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OCG Plumbing, Inc

5.00(
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OCG Plumbing, Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

OCG Plumbing is a locally owned “GREEN” plumbing Company.We take extreme pride in our work, respectable team of employees, competitive pricing and quality workmanship.We have been doing business for over 20 years for the greater Monterey Bay peninsula. Our goal is customer satisfaction! We are geared towards providing sustainable products for a better future. We are Licenced (CA.812063)and Insured. We are a traditional plumbing business and charge the old fashion method of time and material for service calls. Many other plumbing companies have change to "Flat Rate" pricing. We feel the traditional method is a more honest and fair way to charge customers. We offer a "Angie's List" discount when you call us for service. WE ARE YOUR SUSTAINABLE PLUMBER FOR LIFE!

OCG Plumbing is a locally owned “GREEN” plumbing Company.We take extreme pride in our work, respectable team of employees, competitive pricing and quality workmanship.We have been doing business for over 20 years for the greater Monterey Bay peninsula. Our goal is customer satisfaction! We are geared towards providing sustainable products for a better future. We are Licenced (CA.812063)and Insured. We are a traditional plumbing business and charge the old fashion method of time and material for service calls. Many other plumbing companies have change to "Flat Rate" pricing. We feel the traditional method is a more honest and fair way to charge customers. We offer a "Angie's List" discount when you call us for service. WE ARE YOUR SUSTAINABLE PLUMBER FOR LIFE!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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. 

Trenching is not the same as boring. Boring uses a drill to make a tunnel for underground utilities, but trenching involves digging with an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. Boring is more precise and expensive, and it’s best for installing utilities underneath buildings, roads, and bodies of water. Trenching is simpler but can cause more disruption to landscaping and ecosystems.

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