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Castaneda Grading & Excavating

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Castaneda Grading & Excavating

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Over 4 years experience, started business last year, always on time, good communicator, detail-oriented, 100% customer satisfaction 6-5 M-Saturday

"Great team ang excellent work"

Mike w on October 2024

Over 4 years experience, started business last year, always on time, good communicator, detail-oriented, 100% customer satisfaction 6-5 M-Saturday

"Great team ang excellent work"

Mike w on October 2024


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SH Grading & Excavating

5.00(
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SH Grading & Excavating

5.00(
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11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We provide grading, paving, underground, trenching, demolition services.

"Great attention to detail and terrific communication. "

Robert R on December 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We provide grading, paving, underground, trenching, demolition services.

"Great attention to detail and terrific communication. "

Robert R on December 2025


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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025


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Ray's Rescue Plumbing

5.00(
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Ray's Rescue Plumbing

5.00(
14
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
3 years of experience
Emergency services offered

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"I LOVE THEM! Human, describes your options and tries to save you $. Not slick, not rushed. "

susan L on December 2025

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"I LOVE THEM! Human, describes your options and tries to save you $. Not slick, not rushed. "

susan L on December 2025


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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
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Customers say: True professional
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025


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M P Excavating & Engineering

4.73(
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M P Excavating & Engineering

4.73(
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Customers say: Quick response
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at MP Excavating and Engineering we are a full service licensed excavation and general ground work contractor. No projects is out of our wheelhouse and we pride ourselves on keeping all of our jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free estimate.

"Ultimately happy with the end result and fair price for our 30ft sewer lateral replacement. Miguel was professional, friendly, and hardworking. However, communication was a bit spotty and we had follow up many times (I understand this is the busy season, though). Also, it was unclear if we were supposed to call 811; we assumed he would, but didn't, and this was an issue as the water line was hit during construction and the city had to come to shut it off on the whole street. It was handled quickly, but would have been avoidable. The project ended up taking much more time than expected, but it was completed in a day, as promised. I would recommend him, but you should be diligent and responsible yourself to make sure all the right steps are being taken."

Joanne H on June 2025

Here at MP Excavating and Engineering we are a full service licensed excavation and general ground work contractor. No projects is out of our wheelhouse and we pride ourselves on keeping all of our jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free estimate.

"Ultimately happy with the end result and fair price for our 30ft sewer lateral replacement. Miguel was professional, friendly, and hardworking. However, communication was a bit spotty and we had follow up many times (I understand this is the busy season, though). Also, it was unclear if we were supposed to call 811; we assumed he would, but didn't, and this was an issue as the water line was hit during construction and the city had to come to shut it off on the whole street. It was handled quickly, but would have been avoidable. The project ended up taking much more time than expected, but it was completed in a day, as promised. I would recommend him, but you should be diligent and responsible yourself to make sure all the right steps are being taken."

Joanne H on June 2025


JOHN MOUNTAIN

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JOHN MOUNTAIN

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JOHN MOUNTAIN is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"These are the consummate professionals that you want doing your project. Excellent communication from start to finish. Their work is immaculate. Their attitudes are friendly and helpful. On time every day. Cleaned up after. No drama whatsoever. I would hire these guys again in a minute."

Sam Z on July 2025

JOHN MOUNTAIN is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"These are the consummate professionals that you want doing your project. Excellent communication from start to finish. Their work is immaculate. Their attitudes are friendly and helpful. On time every day. Cleaned up after. No drama whatsoever. I would hire these guys again in a minute."

Sam Z on July 2025


Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

4.43(
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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

4.43(
27
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Customers say: Quality work
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."

Nishma P on May 2023

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."

Nishma P on May 2023


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Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering

5.00(
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Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

Services / Expertise Site Preparation Grading Excavation Paving Demolition Vineyard Preparation Ponds Concrete Pumping Services Sidewalks Patios Curb and Gutter Retaining Walls Underground Trenching Water Lines Sewage Lines Storm Drainage Septic Systems Residential Foundations Land Development Minor Projects Fire Mitigation Estate Management & Maintenance

"work was well organized, well executed and completed ahead of schedule by a friendly and knowledgable crew."

Steve G on January 2024

Services / Expertise Site Preparation Grading Excavation Paving Demolition Vineyard Preparation Ponds Concrete Pumping Services Sidewalks Patios Curb and Gutter Retaining Walls Underground Trenching Water Lines Sewage Lines Storm Drainage Septic Systems Residential Foundations Land Development Minor Projects Fire Mitigation Estate Management & Maintenance

"work was well organized, well executed and completed ahead of schedule by a friendly and knowledgable crew."

Steve G on January 2024


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SK UNLIMITED POOLS, INC.

5.00(
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SK UNLIMITED POOLS, INC.

5.00(
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13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SK Unlimited Construction is a fully licensed and insured construction company proudly serving Santa Rosa and the greater Sonoma County area. Known for reliability, professionalism, and high‑quality workmanship, we provide safe and efficient services for projects of all sizes. We specialize in: Residential demolition (interior, exterior, selective, and full‑structure) Debris and junk hauling Site cleanup and preparation Light construction and property improvement services Drywall, painting, flooring, and carpentry At SK Unlimited Construction, safety, precision, and customer satisfaction guide every project. Whether you need a space cleared, a structure removed, or a property prepared for its next phase, we deliver dependable service with integrity from start to finish.

"Kamen did everything we asked for in no time ! I highly recommend Kamen !"

christian s on December 2025

SK Unlimited Construction is a fully licensed and insured construction company proudly serving Santa Rosa and the greater Sonoma County area. Known for reliability, professionalism, and high‑quality workmanship, we provide safe and efficient services for projects of all sizes. We specialize in: Residential demolition (interior, exterior, selective, and full‑structure) Debris and junk hauling Site cleanup and preparation Light construction and property improvement services Drywall, painting, flooring, and carpentry At SK Unlimited Construction, safety, precision, and customer satisfaction guide every project. Whether you need a space cleared, a structure removed, or a property prepared for its next phase, we deliver dependable service with integrity from start to finish.

"Kamen did everything we asked for in no time ! I highly recommend Kamen !"

christian s on December 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

The answer may vary based on where you live. Residential sewer lines are generally buried 5 feet to 6 feet under the ground. However, it's not uncommon to see pipes buried as deep as 8 feet in colder climates in order to ensure that piping is placed below the freeze line. Digging depth could impact your sewer line replacement cost.

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