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Avatar for Trav-Ex Construction
Trav-Ex Construction
4.4(
19
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just purchased a home that had a canal that runs straight through my property. In order to get to the other side I needed a culvert put it in. I found Travis online and he was responsive and straight forward. Communication was excellent and he did extra things for me such as deliver gravel for me because I had asked him about it. Such a great guy! Would definitely hire him again! And price was fair! Thanks Travis!"
3
2
1
Excavation Job
After

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Restoration Land Management Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were the bomb. We had a tricky drainage project and they got it handled. They were responsive, on-time, courteous and a pleasure to have at our home."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Capital City Landscape Development
4.1(
162
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys were fantastic, from when Mark first came out to meet with me till even after the job was done and paid for. They did it all, excavating, large retaining walls, sprinklers, sod, concrete, hooking up an old waterfall, fences and a very custom gate. Very easy to work with, all my neighbors complement the yard. I went from the worst yard in the neighborhood to what I believe to be the nicest but I m a little biased. I told Mark what I wanted and he gave me some options on what I could do, I couldn t be happier with the job."
Paver patio
BBQ area
Back yard patio and walkways
Retaining wall and board on board fencing
wall and fencing

+4

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Reliant Home Services, LLC dba NorCal Grading and Land Clearing
Reliant Home Services, LLC dba NorCal Grading and Land Clearing
4.9(
9
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Offers commercial services

"Sloped yard needed to be flattened and also terraced for new vineyard. This included excavation/removal of existing soil, new soil that was then used to create terraced beds, and install of rock and decomposed granite along with french drains and retaining walls"
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for THOMPSON'S DEMOLITION & HAULING
THOMPSON'S DEMOLITION & HAULING
4.9(
18
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Keavan and his crew did a wonderful job with my pool demo. I was under the gun for insurance reason. He got the job done with time to spare. Highly reccomend."
Partial home demo,for a add-on
Demolition of a structure
Remodel
Grading property for new
Grading property for new

+10

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Maranata Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If you want to hire a company that will communicate with you, show up and work very hard to make your dreams come true, hire Jaime Hernandez of Maranata Landscaping Inc. Jaime and his crew did a top notch job in renovating our backyard. Our backyard is huge. It needed a total gut job and what we wanted and received was a beautiful and gorgeous drought tolerant backyard! Jaime has a keen eye when it comes to laying out the backyard with drought tolerant plants, bender board, pebbles, slate, river rock and bark plus the added benefit of Jaime asking us if we wanted certain things that we hadn't even thought about like accent lighting in our backyard. Yes, we do! I can't sing enough praises about Jaime and his crew! They were so easy to work with, so very trustworthy, always cleaned up after themselves, and I could go on and on. If you hire them, trust me, you will not be sorry. I am a very satisfied customer."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Pacific West Asphalt
Pacific West Asphalt
4.6(
24
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be happier with the concrete work that was done in my backyard. From start to finish, the team was quick, professional, and incredibly efficient. They showed up on time, communicated clearly throughout the process, and completed the project faster than I expected without sacrificing quality. What impressed me most was how they went above and beyond to make sure everything was done right. They paid attention to the details, kept the work area clean, and made sure I was completely satisfied with the final result. The finished concrete looks fantastic and has completely transformed my backyard. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality concrete work. Excellent service, great workmanship, and a team that truly cares about their customers!"
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Greystone Landscape Services
4.5(
30
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Serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great job. I told Ricardo what I wanted and he and his crew went above and beyond to do the job. They cut 20 feet of concrete and dug out the trench, put 5 drains in back field the dirt and poured concrete all in 2 1/2 days. I believe that they have stopped the flooding in our backyard. Oh, they also trenched front yard laying drainage pipe to the sidewalk. Wife and I are totally happy with the work and cleanliness after completion. We highly recommend Greystone Landscape and I will tell all my friends about this company."
Gold River
Concrete Countertops
Concrete Countertop
Pergola
All Matching stainless steel

+16

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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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