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Avatar for Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving
Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired Ike from Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving to perform excavation work for new home construction. Ike was very professional, always on time and performed exceptional work. I would hire Ike again if needed and have referred him to others in need of excavation services."
Nice broom finish driveway with lights in stairs
Back yard excavating for house addition
Client had serious water problems water getting under the house we put french drain under concrete with sealant.problem solved?
Built play area for kids,had to flatten area and install 2 retaining walls
Installed pavers and retaining wall

+33

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Castaneda Grading & Excavating
5.0(
23
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"Humberto is a very creative problem solver! Personable and definitely interested in customer satisfaction, so spends time understanding the full scope of the problem. The problem was the subterranean north wall of the sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church in Vallejo that was far from being waterproof, especially with the rains last winter. Castaneda dug out the soil next to the wall, pressure washed it and applied two coats of DryLok and then a layer of Henryâ s waterproofing. Then Humberto installed a French drain and then a big pipe to route the water off of five downspouts. To get the correct drainage slope, more excavating needed to be done than anticipated. Removed five landscaped trees and lots of concrete that was in the way of the drains which were to be routed under city sidewalks."
Garden
Graded
Finished driveway
Final slope grade
Finish grade 4 inches below sidewalk

+77

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Campbell Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Met with Craig to review the project and agree on a price. Set up a time for the work to be performed. Craig’s team was on the job on time and actually completed it a day early. The workers were fantastic and went the extra mile. I would highly recommend Craig Campbell services."
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+75

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Palomas Landscaping
4.7(
44
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hector came up with a great solution for some drainage issues at our house. They were quick and efficiently and very cost effective. After they left it looked like they had never been there. Highly recommend."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Quality Landscape Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"BEST!! David's company was the best ever for the work performed. We needed synthetic grass, new fence, stone work, irrigation system, drilling, planting and more. As a senior I have had many projects performed by contractors. NEVER, NEVER have we experience the quality, perfection, performance, attention to detail than David. Very attentive and wonderful to communicate with."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
PINA EXCAVATING CONTRACTOR
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Roseville Demolition is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Raya Engineering
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Raya Engineering, we sustain our company on the principal that our customers come first. We offer services that are tailored to your needs and we're ready to show you what our experience can bring to your project! Call us today!

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Green Infrastructure and Environmental Inc.
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Green Infrastructure and Environmental Inc. is a licensed, insured general contractor serving San Francisco, Sacramento, and surrounding Northern California communities. We build durable, well-finished work for homeowners who want it done right the first time.\n\nOur specialties include concrete flatwork, foundations, home additions, full remodels, electrical, and paver installations. Whether you're pouring a new driveway, expanding your living space, or upgrading your home's electrical system, our crews handle the job from planning through final cleanup.\n\nWhat sets us apart:\nClear, upfront estimates with no surprises\nSkilled crews and quality materials\nReliable scheduling and honest communication\nCode-compliant work built to last\n\nWe take pride in treating every property like our own and standing behind our work. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote and see why our customers trust us with their biggest projects.\n\n

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Iron Leaf Pros LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We specialize in working with people. Iron Leaf Pros is a newer business, established in 2026 owned by Robert Powell who has over 20 years of experience in the industry. We install landscapes and maintain trees. Our people would better spend their time time outdoors, we love what we do. We understanding that we are in the People Business, we work with people to transform their yards into something they enjoy with trees they feel safe beneath. \n

Low maintenance yard
Low maintenance yard
Low maintenance yard
Low maintenance yard
Avatar for New Era Rooter & Plumbing
New Era Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Finding a plumber who is there to solve the issue and not try to redo your whole bathroom is hard to find. Everyone wants to cut and replace but New Era Plumbing took the time to diagnose and fix what was needed. Efficient. Cost effective. Has the skills, knowledge, and confidence to do it in one morning. I feel like lots of plumbers wanted to hedge on what they could deliver, especially since they are turning off your water. I’m very grateful to finally find a skilled professional."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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.

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