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Q: How long does excavation take?

• <div><p>There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that&rsquo;s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.</p></div>

Q: What do you put under permeable pavers?

• <div><p>Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you&rsquo;ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.</p></div>

Q: Who do I call before I dig in my yard?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re planning to dig on your property, you&rsquo;ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won&rsquo;t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues. </p></div>

Q: What should I do before hiring an excavation company?

• <div><p>Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.</p><p>To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn&rsquo;t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.</p><p>Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of directional drilling?

• <div><p>Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there&rsquo;s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. </p></div>

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Last update on May 21, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Nik completed a road excavation and grading project on our property in Northern California. He managed the heavy brush and steep, rough terrain without any issues. Nik is the owner and does the actual work, which showed in the quality of the final road. The job was completed on schedule and left...
Anchored Oak LLC
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Reviewed in November 2025
B&W responded quickly to my request for shed roof cleaning for insurance purposes. They power washed the roof and sent me photos, which were praised by my insurance representative and forwarded to my insurance company. They also filled an erosion hole next to the shed, and cleaned the roof,...
B&W Handyman
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Reviewed in April 2025
The outdoor fence was installed very quickly with excellent work.
I.H.S. Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2025
What a delightful experience! I was expecting a mess - moving furniture, trampling outdoor plants, noise, possible damage to woodwork - I can not tell you how easy Dominic and David made this upgrade for me! I have never met two finer gentlemen in the construction field! Thank you Selig...
Selig Construction Corporation
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Reviewed in November 2024
Mike’s crew did a great job. From prep to cleanup, they were very professional. Mike checked on their progress every day and they were very efficient, tidy and careful with details. We are very satisfied.
Mike's Home Improvement
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Reviewed in September 2024
Mike and his crew gutted a bathroom built in the 70s. The results are beautiful. Tile step in shower. Moved the drain and water from the left to the right. Installed decorative grab bars. New vanity, mirror and vanity lighting. The job was finished in a timely manner along with paying to have...
Mike Home Improvements
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Reviewed in June 2024
It was a pleasure to have Brad come and remove our shed, fence and deck that was in poor condition. He was reliable, reasonable with the total cost and was very through when cleaning up! Fast and helpful with making decisions! Good guy to hire for all your needs!
Rose Valley Earthworks & Paving
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Reviewed in July 2023
I live out of state and hired this contractor to do a lot cleanup, to clean up the weeds and trees limbs from the property. I requested before and after pictures and received both. We communicated via the telephone. He did what he said he would do and did a very good job. I would hire him...
LKO Land Management - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in February 2023
We had a massive diseased oak tree that needed to be taken down. Alex and his crew worked professionally to remove it for us. They also cleaned up a large redwood tree of dead limbs. Our property was left clear of debris. Alex gave us a great price & heÃ¢Â Â s easy to work with. We will use...
ATC Tree
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Reviewed in February 2023
Anchored Tiny Homes did an excellent job on our project. The quality of their work and service were superlative. Guests who have seen the TH were amazed at how beautiful the project turned out.
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Advanced Earthworks

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Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired this company on several occasions and they have never disappointed. The owner Adam and his employees have always done an excellent job. I?m very satisfied with their work product. I would recommend this company without a doubt. Whether you need demolition work, excavation and the like they will show up when promised which is rare these days. I have also rented dumpsters before. They offer a range of services."

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Recommended by52%of homeowners

Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I thoroughly appreciated working with them. They are honest and upfront and I would use him again."

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Cal-Tech Pump Well & Compressor

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Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The men were polite and considerate of my needs replacing my equipment timely so I was not affected for very long."

Response time2 days

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CLE Excavation General Engineering

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Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a general engineering contractor that offers high-quality craftsmanship in all site, work underground, utilities, paving, and concrete work.

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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.

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Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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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."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Precision Excavating and Grading Inc

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Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"Outstanding experience with Precision Excavating and Grading. I highly recommend them. Daryl was a really great guy and he was easy to deal with."

Response time1 day

Recommended by75%of homeowners

Serving Nice, 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

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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David Downey Earthworks

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Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They were friendly and good to work with."

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Diamond D Construction, LLC

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Serving Nice, 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

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Nice, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Always a quick response, professional service. Very satisfied."

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching.

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