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Hays Engineering

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Hays Engineering

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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9 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience, Hays Engineering 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. Call us today!

"They are very responsible and come through with their work. Very friendly and easy to work with them."

Joel C on November 2019

With over 20 years of experience, Hays Engineering 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. Call us today!

"They are very responsible and come through with their work. Very friendly and easy to work with them."

Joel C on November 2019


Pacific Building & Engineering, Inc.

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Pacific Building & Engineering, Inc.

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6 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Tim B on October 2020

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Tim B on October 2020


Olivares Excavation

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Olivares Excavation

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20 years of experience

Olivares Excavation is a reliable, California-based excavation company specializing in residential and commercial site preparation. Serving communities across the Golden State, we offer expert services including land clearing, trenching, grading, foundation digging, and utility installation. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and quality workmanship, our team uses modern equipment to ensure every project is completed to the highest standard. Whether it's preparing a lot for new construction or handling complex excavation needs, Olivares Excavation is committed to delivering dependable results across California.

Olivares Excavation is a reliable, California-based excavation company specializing in residential and commercial site preparation. Serving communities across the Golden State, we offer expert services including land clearing, trenching, grading, foundation digging, and utility installation. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and quality workmanship, our team uses modern equipment to ensure every project is completed to the highest standard. Whether it's preparing a lot for new construction or handling complex excavation needs, Olivares Excavation is committed to delivering dependable results across California.


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ACJ Equipment Services

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ACJ Equipment Services

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1 years of experience

ACJ Equipment Services is a highly experienced equipment operating company with 10+ years of experience that offers just about any service such as land clearing, dirt/earth work, excavation, demolition and much more. We are a family owned and operated company seeking jobs that we can make affordable for every customer. Our goal is to complete every job to customers expectations in a timely manner with nothing but professionalism. As a company our number one priorities are customer satisfaction, and quality of work we provide. We work hand in hand with all customers throughout the entire process of the job to make sure every need and expectation is met to satisfaction.

ACJ Equipment Services is a highly experienced equipment operating company with 10+ years of experience that offers just about any service such as land clearing, dirt/earth work, excavation, demolition and much more. We are a family owned and operated company seeking jobs that we can make affordable for every customer. Our goal is to complete every job to customers expectations in a timely manner with nothing but professionalism. As a company our number one priorities are customer satisfaction, and quality of work we provide. We work hand in hand with all customers throughout the entire process of the job to make sure every need and expectation is met to satisfaction.


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Evans Excavation & Restoration

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Evans Excavation & Restoration

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17 years of experience

Owner and Operator Evans Excavation and Restoration Brush Mow small trees, thick grass, vegetation Build flats building sites, driveways, parking Clear land brush, tree, dirt Demolition concrete demolition home and small buildings Ditch and Storm drain repair Fire prevention French drain installation Road cleanup Small culvert Installation Small leach line repairs Water line installation Water tank installation Evans excavation is a small, family owned business which prides itself in a strong work ethic, dedicated operator, and safe working conditions. He greets each task with professional standards and a great attitude. Ryan has 15 years experience working with general contractors, small business owners, and private landowners to complete projects in a professional and timely matter. Ryan operates with a wide variety of equipment and accepts clients big and small budgets. His previous background as a sales associate taught him the value of client relationships, which led to return business and long lasting customers. He views each project attentively, patiently, and with integrity in meeting the clients expectations. We appreciate and value your interest in Evans Excavation.

Owner and Operator Evans Excavation and Restoration Brush Mow small trees, thick grass, vegetation Build flats building sites, driveways, parking Clear land brush, tree, dirt Demolition concrete demolition home and small buildings Ditch and Storm drain repair Fire prevention French drain installation Road cleanup Small culvert Installation Small leach line repairs Water line installation Water tank installation Evans excavation is a small, family owned business which prides itself in a strong work ethic, dedicated operator, and safe working conditions. He greets each task with professional standards and a great attitude. Ryan has 15 years experience working with general contractors, small business owners, and private landowners to complete projects in a professional and timely matter. Ryan operates with a wide variety of equipment and accepts clients big and small budgets. His previous background as a sales associate taught him the value of client relationships, which led to return business and long lasting customers. He views each project attentively, patiently, and with integrity in meeting the clients expectations. We appreciate and value your interest in Evans Excavation.


Dirty Deeds Excavation

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Dirty Deeds Excavation

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We are owner/operators with the following equipment: Kubota SVL 97-2 track loader with a forestry mulcher, grapple bucket, trencher, and auger attachments . We also have a Kubota L35 backhoe and a 4x4 Ford farm tractor with grading bucket, field mower and discer as well as a dump trailer and a 20' gooseneck flatbed trailer. We specialize in, but not limited to, the following areas: Vegetation Management Land Clearing and leveling Tree and shrub removal Dirt moving Tree and brush mastication Forestry mulching Defensible space Trenching Rock moving Excavation Ditches Post hole digging Backhoe work Field mowing Road grading repair and culvert installation Emergency storm cleanup Demolition

We are owner/operators with the following equipment: Kubota SVL 97-2 track loader with a forestry mulcher, grapple bucket, trencher, and auger attachments . We also have a Kubota L35 backhoe and a 4x4 Ford farm tractor with grading bucket, field mower and discer as well as a dump trailer and a 20' gooseneck flatbed trailer. We specialize in, but not limited to, the following areas: Vegetation Management Land Clearing and leveling Tree and shrub removal Dirt moving Tree and brush mastication Forestry mulching Defensible space Trenching Rock moving Excavation Ditches Post hole digging Backhoe work Field mowing Road grading repair and culvert installation Emergency storm cleanup Demolition


HL handyman work

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HL handyman work

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My specialties are fencing, gutter cleaning, yard work etc. I build privacy fence, field fence, wire fence etc. I am an owner operator and would be willing to come look at your job. I make dreams into reality.

My specialties are fencing, gutter cleaning, yard work etc. I build privacy fence, field fence, wire fence etc. I am an owner operator and would be willing to come look at your job. I make dreams into reality.


Lanigan and sons grading inc

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Lanigan and sons grading inc

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We are Lanigan & Sons Grading inc. A locally owned and operated grading company. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Specializing in grading/earthwork, land/brush clearing, site/building demo and underground utilities. We have 20 years experience in residential and commercial construction. No job to big or small, we do them all. Contact us today and we can get started on your next project.

We are Lanigan & Sons Grading inc. A locally owned and operated grading company. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Specializing in grading/earthwork, land/brush clearing, site/building demo and underground utilities. We have 20 years experience in residential and commercial construction. No job to big or small, we do them all. Contact us today and we can get started on your next project.


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Humbles grading

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We are a family owned company that specializes in all types of grading. We have over 33 years of experience in this skilled field. At Humbles Grading we treat our customers like family, take pride in working with homeowners and builders to offer our creative services. We here at Humbles Grading wash all of our equipment before we start a new job to prevent the transfer of weeds and unwanted deposits. At Humbles Grading we specialize in house pads, building pads, driveways, parking lots, roads, lot cleaning, fire line clearing and trails. We have done work all over the United States, Canada and Hawaii. Moreover; we push our selves to give you our best quality workmanship that you deserve.

We are a family owned company that specializes in all types of grading. We have over 33 years of experience in this skilled field. At Humbles Grading we treat our customers like family, take pride in working with homeowners and builders to offer our creative services. We here at Humbles Grading wash all of our equipment before we start a new job to prevent the transfer of weeds and unwanted deposits. At Humbles Grading we specialize in house pads, building pads, driveways, parking lots, roads, lot cleaning, fire line clearing and trails. We have done work all over the United States, Canada and Hawaii. Moreover; we push our selves to give you our best quality workmanship that you deserve.


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White Oak Land Management

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White Oak Land Management

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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We are a land management company specializing in brush clearing, mulching, fire mitigation, and hazardous or unwanted tree removal as well as tree care, including chipping and clean-up. We also perform the following: - stump grinding - property maintenance - creating defensible space - grading - fire abatement

"This is a top tier company. They rescued us from a large downed oak tree blocking our driveway the morning after a major storm. They arrived within 15 minutes of my call, were reasonably priced and did a perfect job beyond my expectations. I will definitely call them again for some other projects that need attention."

Jeff E on January 2023

We are a land management company specializing in brush clearing, mulching, fire mitigation, and hazardous or unwanted tree removal as well as tree care, including chipping and clean-up. We also perform the following: - stump grinding - property maintenance - creating defensible space - grading - fire abatement

"This is a top tier company. They rescued us from a large downed oak tree blocking our driveway the morning after a major storm. They arrived within 15 minutes of my call, were reasonably priced and did a perfect job beyond my expectations. I will definitely call them again for some other projects that need attention."

Jeff E on January 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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