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Accurate Grading and Demolition, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very impressed with the paver work the Accurate Grading team did for our driveway and sidewalk to our house. Cameron did a thorough walk-through with us and provided a very reasonable quote, compared with others. They got our project going within a week, and showed up on time daily. The crew paid great attention to detail and kept us up to date and confirmed decisions on design along the way. They did an excellent job grading and prepping the driveway after finding several large boulders. Can't recommend enough - great value and enjoyable experience!"
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Quetzal Landscapes, Inc
4.2(
57
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentleman was on time and very professional. During the quote, he stated the job would be approximately $900.00 to remove and preserve the metal fence. I believed that to be a reasonable price. However, after receiving a quote for $1800.00 which is double the price, and the cost of a new fence is approximately $1300.00 I decided to go elsewhere and replace the fence."
Turf installed
Fence Maze and Trash can area.
Back Yard After
Scotts back yard
outdoor kitchen

+518

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CHURCH JOHNSTON GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I cannot recommend Church Johnson Grading and Construction enough. Their professionalism, expertise, and exceptional results make them a top choice for all future projects"
Response time2 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
P M C Landscape Services
4.7(
10
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"PMC Landscaping Company are very dependable, responsible and respectful people. The owner Pablo is dedicated to making sure you get exactly what was discussed during your estimate. The work was also completed in a timely manner. I am so pleased that I hired them. Extremely happy. Charlene Humphreys"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C R Mitchell Construction, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a great job. They were careful to avoid water lines and other buried electrical wires. The workers checked in with me throughout the job so I got just what I needed."
Concrete driveway
Concrete driveway
Asphalt Services
Asphalt Services
Excavation/Grading

+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Silverback Hauling & Demolition
4.8(
99
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This is the second time I've used Silverback and I'm about to call for a third job. They're fantastic! I had an old shed filled with pesticides and rat poop that I wanted gone. Without me even having to be there, Chris came out, took a look and then called me with an estimate of $450.00. I came home later that day and that longstanding eyesore was gone, the rat pooped cleaned up and the pesticides stored in a box and left for me to dispose of at the next neighborhood hazardous waste drop off day. Another great experience."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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