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Solorio Grading & Excavations
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Helendale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had the pleasure of working with Solorio Grading & Excavations for a recent project, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their professionalism and expertise. From the initial consultation to the final cleanup, their team was efficient, friendly, and highly skilled. They tackled the job with precision, ensuring that everything was completed on time and to the highest standard. The equipment was top-notch, and their attention to detail was evident in the quality of the work. I highly recommend Solorio Grading and Excavations for any grading or excavation needs—trustworthy, reliable, and outstanding service all around!"
HW33 slope repair
Hill Side Slope Repair
Hill Side Slope Repair
Hill Side Slope Repair
Hill Side Slope Repair

+51

Response time3 days
Roy Blaine Levering
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Helendale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have dealt with quite a few contractors over the years. He will always find a way to make what you want work, which is a great thing in this day and age. He is extremely easy to work with."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Ramos Concrete
4.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Helendale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my driveway redone after years of wear and tear. Ramos concrete came out and gave me a very nice quote and the project was done in weeks. They did such an amazing job. They were very professional from the start. The field manager was very helpful in making sure the crew was there everyday and on time. I plan on expanding my patio soon and I know I will be reching out to Ramos Concrete again."
House remodeling
House remodeling
House remodeling
House remodeling
House remodeling

+3

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Inland Pacific Contractors
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Helendale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Inland Pacific Contractors is a veteran company. Being around since 1980 has given us an edge on mastering our craft. Our services include a wide range of residential home improvement such as, New Home Construction, Kitchen, Bath, and Major multiple room renovation. We specialize in fire, smoke, and storm damage. If you have something in need of getting done, we can do it!\n\nIf you desire a professional, top quality job at an affordable price, Inland Pacific Contractors is the right company for you!

HouseDemolition
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Helendale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 20 years in the demolition and removal business, House Demolition Specialist has the experience and knowledge to help you with all of your commercial and residential demolition and removal projects. With a focus on customer satisfaction, we guarantee only the highest quality work.

A1 Earthworks
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Helendale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

A1 EARTHWORKS 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.\n

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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