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King's Excavation & Construction, LLC
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Serving Salida, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. King's Excavation & Construction LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

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Response time9 hrs
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Herman Landscaping and Sprinkler Services
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Serving Salida, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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Emergency services offered

"Got the job done right. Friendly service. Affotdable. Looking forward to keep doing business with this service."
Landscaping installation, bark,rocks, grass and irrigation system
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Grass installation
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Ultimate Concrete
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Serving Salida, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"Dan came out right away and gave an estimate on replacing our 2 car driveway. We decided to expand the side yard to make a 4 car driveway, and he accommodated the day of the start of work. Gave us an awesome price! He and his son were here 3 days, and finished everything. They are clean, professional and friendly. I would recommend Ultimate Concrete to anyone! They do other types of work as well. Thank you Dan!"
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Pantoja Engineering And Excavation, Inc
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Serving Salida, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently worked with Pantoja Engineering And Excavation, Inc. on a site development project, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. From start to finish, their team demonstrated professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work on time and within budget. Their crew was well-equipped and highly skilled, handling everything from grading and trenching to foundation prep with precision and efficiency. Communication throughout the project was clear and consistent, which made coordination smooth and stress-free. It’s rare to find a contractor that combines technical expertise with such a strong work ethic and integrity. We highly recommend Pantoja Engineering And Excavation, Inc. to anyone in need of excavation or engineering services and look forward to partnering with them again on future projects."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

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.

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