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Avatar for Bronco Demolition, LLC
Bronco Demolition, LLC
4.9(
89
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Quick response with quote, which was really reasonable. They were able to complete the project right away. I had them remove glued down wood flooring, which is really difficult. A couple hours after they arrived the area was cleaned and ready for install. Will hire again for other projects."
Pool Demolition
Pool Demolition
Pool Demolition - Progress Photo
Office
Space Fully Demoed

+4

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
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Rainforestla, Inc.
4.7(
37
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Rainforest LA to install our front yard landscaping. The design had been done by another company and Yosi worked with the designer and made our yard beautiful. Yosi was professional and responded timely to my texts. The prices were very reasonable and the quality of work was exceptional. We will use this company again."
wood retaining wall
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+59

Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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BRG Properties, Inc.
4.9(
30
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a veteran-owned company offering junk/ rubbish removal, demolition, hauling, and dumpster rental. Licensed, bonded, and insured, the best service with competitive pricing.Whether it's a small or big project, we have you covered. We service all of Ventura County and the surrounding areas. License #1096336

Concrete removal
Concrete removal
Renovation Clean up
Renovation Clean up
Concrete Demolition

+5

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for Alonso Grading and Demolition, Inc.
Alonso Grading and Demolition, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very good contractor for demolition and grading. Knowledgeable and extremely professional. Pricing is very competitive. I have worked with Alanzo for many years and he has taken good care of my projects and clients."
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C.J.D DEMOLITION
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

C.J.D. Demolition is a licensed, bonded, and insured building moving and demolition contractor based in Orange, California. Specializing in structural, selective, and interior teardowns, C.J.D. Demolition serves residential, commercial, and industrial clients across Orange County and the greater Southern California area.

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SES Builders inc
5.0(
97
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I added a second story addition to my house. They took care of the permits and plans and literally did the project from A-Z! Highly recommend them"
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+33

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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SPINO EXCAVATING INC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Spino Excavating Inc is a very competent contruction company. Their honesty and integrity is known in the Southern California industry. They work patiently and energetically with their project owners, architects, engineers, and of course us building inspectors. They have never failed to impress me on each project large or small. -- RAM-ESI"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Plumber Man
5.0(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

"The job was done very well and quickly. Cleaned my sink from yesrs of hard water buildup. Left the place clean. They were quick and did a great job. Would definitely hire them again."
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+31

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Thomas Parks Contracting
4.8(
100
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very efficient job! Also gave useful advice on the roof condition and possible further work."
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+12

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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US Home Developers Inc
4.5(
587
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pico Rivera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely In love with the work that was done at my place! The result was even better then i had imagined, I had my bathroom and kitchen done. I have always been terrified of contractors as in the past I was ripped off, but this is not the case they communicated with me every step of the way and made this an enjoyable experience for me. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to remodel or have work done in there home! Thank you again to US Home Developers Inc you guys did an incredible job"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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.

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. 

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