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Yolostone Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dunnigan, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am very happy with the job Austin did on my side yard. The work was done quickly, and professionally. I highly recommend him for any excavation, or soil movement."
Response time1 hour
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Pacific West Asphalt
4.6(
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Serving Dunnigan, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

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"They did great work. He was very easy to work with and kept a very clean site. I recomended him to 2 other friends."
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ANDROS EXCAVATING INC.
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Serving Dunnigan, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom 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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US Trenchless
4.9(
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Serving Dunnigan, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"US Trench less was referred to me through a friend. I called US Trench less and explained the situation I had in my backyard. US Trench less came out the next day and ran the diagnostic TV scope where we were able to see how bad of shape my pipes were in. US Trench less was able to come out and start working the very next day. The entire job was done in less than 4 days which was amazing considering how quickly they began working. US Trench less was honest, very trustworthy, knowledgeable, and prompt with my situation. I would highly recommend their work!"
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Platinum Plus Plumbing
4.8(
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Serving Dunnigan, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"Very well. Matt arrived on time. Actually discovered a leak in my wall and helped open it up as well as installing the tankless water heater."
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Pacific West Asphalt
4.5(
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Serving Dunnigan, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Would highly recommend, honest and hard working. He did an outstanding job paving our driveway, He also put in a drain box for free and made sure we had proper drainage."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Baker Excavating Co
5.0(
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Serving Dunnigan, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He did wonders, was able to make driveways and flat spots on my slopped property. Gets the job done right, works quickly, and keeps me up to date with everything. I am going to be hiring him again here soon."
Response time12 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

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