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Accurate Grading and Demolition, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Lakeside, 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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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CHURCH JOHNSTON GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
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Serving Lakeside, 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(
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Serving Lakeside, 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
9 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 Lakeside, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Silverback Hauling & Demolition
4.8(
99
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Serving Lakeside, 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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Trim It Landscape Inc
4.8(
32
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Trim It Landscape very highly. Their price is reasonable. They did the pavers infront of my house and am very happy with the result. It was professionally done. John Williams with his workers Martin Sr,/ Martin Jr. and Abel are very punctual. They showed up on time, thatâ s why a 5 day work was done in only 4 days!! They deserve Five Big Stars for satisfaction ***** Rey M. Escondido, CA."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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