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Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering
5.0(
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Serving Gualala, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went great. Good company to work with, awesome communication. They jump right on it and knock the work out quickly and cleanly. Very knowledgeable and professional."
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Baker Excavating Co
5.0(
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Serving Gualala, 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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Nickel Creek Landscape
4.6(
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Serving Gualala, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We thoroughly enjoyed working with this company for our turf repair project. They got us in weeks ahead of schedule as they knew time was an issue for our busy daycare. They came up with a plan to fix the seams and clumping issues in our turf that we just had installed by another company. They made the most of a tough project and were able to provide us with a playground surface our littles will be able to use for years to come. The guys are fun to work with and Dawn is a problem solver. I can’t recommend them enough."
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Back Yard Project- Yard was from a empty slate
This landscape was a clean slate when we started,
Water adds a soothing environment to a landscape
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Response time2 days
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Diamond D Construction, LLC
3.5(
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Serving Gualala, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I used Diamond D to clear some land in Lakeport. Made a contact through HomeAdvisor. Tyler was super responsive, worked with me to define our needs and provided a clear bid. Both Tyler and Megan were very professional and communicated well with me since I live a few hundred miles away. I will use them again, it was a very good experience."
Response time3 days
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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.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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