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Avatar for Castaneda Grading & Excavating
Castaneda Grading & Excavating
5.0(
23
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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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SH Grading & Excavating
5.0(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am incredibly pleased with this company. The entire crew were 100% professional. The owner of the company took time to answer my homeowner questions as they came up. He was very patient and thorough. All the men on the job worked incredibly hard and stayed on task throughout the project. They installed the French drain, installed a washout and removed an old deck all in a weekend. I would most certainly recommend them."
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Dirt pile

+25

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
JOHN MOUNTAIN
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I cannot say enough about how good this experience with John Mountain/Mountain Engineering has been. They said it would be 3 weeks; anti was. The work was painstakingly done, including a French drain behind the wall. And they replaced the plants that were destroyed during the process, which was an unexpected bonus."
Response time10 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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De Haro Landscaping
4.7(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rafael did an excellent job repairing my fence. I will highly recommend him for any project based on how he completed this one so thoroughly. Thank you again for a job well done. It was a pleasure meeting you."
Front yard Landscape
Front yard Landscape
Front yard Landscape
Front yard Landscape
Front yard Landscape

+17

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Pacific West Asphalt
Pacific West Asphalt
4.6(
24
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Helena, 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!"
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Juan Contreras Landscaping
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Juan to redo my front yard. He removed the old lawn, updated the irrigation, and designed the new landscape. He did an amazing job and I am extremely happy with the finished project. He was on time and always communicated any changes. Juan and his team where friendly and professional throughout the entire project."
Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for E G Paving Construction, Inc.
E G Paving Construction, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Edgar and his employees were amazing. Their bid was the best. Other guys said they would have to rip up pavement that this crew could do no problem minimally. The guys were so well groomed and polite. Not that that matters but it was an extra bonus. Lovely crew and incredible job in a few days. I will for sure use them again."
Driveways
Building pads
Concrete patio
Preparation
Asphalt pave

+4

Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Demar, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Demar Inc. proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things, that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JG LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Helena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Julian and crew are fantastic and are perfectionists. They do the job right and more which is rare. I had them install a colored cement pad and a 12 x 14 gazebo on the pad. .All was done to perfection. Normally I am nervous when I have contract work done however this company made me so relaxed. They delivered better than high quality work as well as total communication. I am so happy to have found this company and will use them for future projects."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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