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L Jones Earthworks

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L Jones Earthworks

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3 years of experience
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L Jones 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.

L Jones 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.


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Madruga Construction

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Madruga Construction

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19 years of experience
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


PAYTON'S PLUMBING

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PAYTON'S PLUMBING

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Customers say: Quick response
27 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

PAYTON'S PLUMBING We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great communication . Very professional yet personable, and friendly, on time, within quoted costs. Efficient ."

Leslie H on December 2024

PAYTON'S PLUMBING We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great communication . Very professional yet personable, and friendly, on time, within quoted costs. Efficient ."

Leslie H on December 2024


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Kestrel Landscapes

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Kestrel Landscapes

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Based in Los Osos, Kestrel Landscapes is your go-to expert for drought-tolerant and low-maintenance landscapes, proudly serving the communities across the Central Coast, from Montana De Oro, past the iconic Morro Rock, to the inviting Cayucos Pier. Catering to both large properties and cozy backyards, we believe no job is too big or too small. Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of every outdoor living space, including landscaping, fencing, excavation, and concrete work. As a fully licensed and insured provider, we cater to residential and commercial clients, ensuring professionalism and peace of mind. Ready to transform your area or in need of assistance with your yard? Contact us today for a free quote!

Based in Los Osos, Kestrel Landscapes is your go-to expert for drought-tolerant and low-maintenance landscapes, proudly serving the communities across the Central Coast, from Montana De Oro, past the iconic Morro Rock, to the inviting Cayucos Pier. Catering to both large properties and cozy backyards, we believe no job is too big or too small. Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of every outdoor living space, including landscaping, fencing, excavation, and concrete work. As a fully licensed and insured provider, we cater to residential and commercial clients, ensuring professionalism and peace of mind. Ready to transform your area or in need of assistance with your yard? Contact us today for a free quote!


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Holts Underground

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Holts Underground

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Grading and ground preparation for ADUs, septic and storm drain systems, grading for rain or drainage problems. Local owner-operator with 30 yrs experience no job to small, free estimates, low prices

Grading and ground preparation for ADUs, septic and storm drain systems, grading for rain or drainage problems. Local owner-operator with 30 yrs experience no job to small, free estimates, low prices


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HDM Landscaping

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HDM Landscaping

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our commercial projects include both new Landscape construction and restoration and fully operational job sites are never a problem. And we can also plan, manage, and build multi-phase jobs. We work with architects and designers to produce beautiful, functional structures. Call us today and bring our project management skills and extensive construction experience to your next project.

"I've hired them several times."

Adam C on September 2022

Our commercial projects include both new Landscape construction and restoration and fully operational job sites are never a problem. And we can also plan, manage, and build multi-phase jobs. We work with architects and designers to produce beautiful, functional structures. Call us today and bring our project management skills and extensive construction experience to your next project.

"I've hired them several times."

Adam C on September 2022


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Central Plumbing INC Service and Repair

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Central Plumbing INC Service and Repair

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Central Plumbing is a licensed & insured plumbing company serving all of SLO County and Northern Santa Barbara County. We are available for all your plumbing needs at a reasonable rate. -Drain Cleaning -Water Heaters -All aspects of plumbing Lic #1086463

"The service was fantastic. He showed up early. He's very knowledgeable, pretty on point, he understood exactly what needs to be done and very efficient. Also, fair and reasonable price."

Brian V on March 2022

Central Plumbing is a licensed & insured plumbing company serving all of SLO County and Northern Santa Barbara County. We are available for all your plumbing needs at a reasonable rate. -Drain Cleaning -Water Heaters -All aspects of plumbing Lic #1086463

"The service was fantastic. He showed up early. He's very knowledgeable, pretty on point, he understood exactly what needs to be done and very efficient. Also, fair and reasonable price."

Brian V on March 2022


Swaim Excavation

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Swaim Excavation

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14 years of experience

Swaim Excavation is an A General Engineering/C12 Earthwork contractor offering services in residential/commercial single & multi story fire damage demolition, septic & storm water systems, leach lines, irrigation, sewer, water, oilfield maintenance, trenching, back fill/compaction.

Swaim Excavation is an A General Engineering/C12 Earthwork contractor offering services in residential/commercial single & multi story fire damage demolition, septic & storm water systems, leach lines, irrigation, sewer, water, oilfield maintenance, trenching, back fill/compaction.


Kanaloa Kreations Landscape & Design

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Kanaloa Kreations Landscape & Design

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I was born here on the central coast and have enjoyed designing and building beautiful landscapes for the past two decades. Many of my inspirations come from camping and hiking throughout the area. I am very passionate about Kreating Kustom designs from wood carvings to waterfalls and everything in between. Give me a call today to find out how I can make your landscaping dreams a reality!

I was born here on the central coast and have enjoyed designing and building beautiful landscapes for the past two decades. Many of my inspirations come from camping and hiking throughout the area. I am very passionate about Kreating Kustom designs from wood carvings to waterfalls and everything in between. Give me a call today to find out how I can make your landscaping dreams a reality!


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help you.

The depth of a septic tank’s drain lines is between 18 and 36 inches underground. These pipes are filled with perforations and surrounded by sand, gravel, or a combination of both, as both materials help filter wastewater. While some pipes are buried closer to the surface, this can create problems unless the soil is compact and doesn’t shift much. 

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