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Q: Can excavation be done in the winter?

• <div><p>Yes, you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/can-you-excavate-in-the-winter.htm">excavate in the winter</a>, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.</p></div>

Q: How much does excavation cost?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: How do you protect tree roots during excavation?

• <div><p>The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it&rsquo;s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that&rsquo;s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.</p><p>Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-tree.htm">remove the tree</a> than risk future problems.</p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to dig your own pool?

• <div><p>While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-yard-leveling-cost.htm">cost of leveling your lawn for your pool</a> or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.</p></div>

Q: How wide of a hole does a trencher make?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).</p></div>

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Brad renovated my whole house project by project. He helped me plan my projects ahead of time. He gave me resources to talk to, provided steady progress, attentive to details, and works methodically. All projects were better than imagined. Couldnâ t have asked for a better contractor. Planning...
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Sage construction reached out to me in a timely manner and were very professional from start to finish. I plan on using them in future for more renovations I need done around the house and property.
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Mallory made many repairs to our home, including, tile, walls, bathrooms, etc. preparing it to be placed on the market. It was in excellent condition and sold quickly.
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Reviewed in February 2023
They removed tree and cleaned up quickly and efficiently. We didnâ t have to wait weeks and weeks. They did the job for a good price after we got 3 bids.
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I wanted to remodel my bathroom and kitchen a bit more modern and j harrisons home inspection exceed all my expectations. Would definitely recommend to others.
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Our Remodeling project included several tasks that the main one was done and handled by Jacob From 4 Season Remodeling & Design. Jacob remodeled the entire house inside and it included the kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms and living room. His work was on a daily basis and he managed all the workers....
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Alex was very helpful with projects I needed around the house. He did a great job with repairing Dacia boards that had some dry rot . I would definitely hire him again!!!
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Trimmed some large trees nicely without butchering them. Gave some great advice about when to do it again and maintain them
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This was a difficult & dangerous project. A very large & heavy branch had broken off my Mulberry tree that needed to be cut up. The job was also to trim back 2 overgrown trees. There were 3 guys who came, worked quickly & efficiently, then cleaned the leaves off the rooftop. They also made wood...
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GC DEMO & EXCAVATION INC

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Serving Goshen, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

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"Punctual, professional, polite, explanation of details of needed to be done."

Response time6 hrs

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Goshen, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"I am very pleased with the work that they did and the results were extraordinary far better than I could have imagined initially Randy himself was very easy to communicate with and very helpful in terms of planning and Jose did a outstanding job with the excavator as well as Caleb too. I couldn't be more pleased and would have never guessed that was possible and very happy with the placement of The Rock as well as the cleanliness of the excavation. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for a professional these are the people to give you what you want!!!"

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James Heisdorf

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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.

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"Luis, did a wonderful job installing a retaining wall, pavers, laying sod and river rock edging for us. We are very satisfied with how lovely everything looks."

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Wilber Construction, Inc.

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Serving Goshen, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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

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Plantation Lake Construction and Ag Services - Unlicensed Contractor

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Serving Goshen, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Very professional & Great work!"

Response time2 days

Response rate98%

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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In business since 2011

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"I couldn't have asked for a better service. Pro Irrigation helped me with my drainage issues very promptly; with the vast amount of rain we received I have had zero issues. Look forward to working with them again for future yard projects"

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Recommended by66%of homeowners

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In business since 1991

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"THE COMPANY PROVIDED PROFESSIONAL WORK AT A FAIR PRICE. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND ANY SEPTIC AND BACHOE WORK."

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In business since 2016

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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 best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

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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