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Avatar for Castaneda Grading & Excavating
Castaneda Grading & Excavating
5.0(
23
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Santa Rosa, 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
Avatar for SH Grading & Excavating
SH Grading & Excavating
5.0(
17
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractor and crew from SH grading and excavating was fantastic. They were conscientious, hard-working, clean, and excellent communicators. Jose runs his business very professionally and does quality work very reliable. I would highly recommend them."
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Dirt pile

+25

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
JOHN MOUNTAIN
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Mountain General Engineering LLC is a full-service underground contractor specializing in excavation, grading, concrete, and utility installation. We provide water services, sewer laterals, storm drain systems, retaining walls, paving, and both wet and dry utilities. Our team delivers reliable, high-quality work with a focus on safety, efficiency, and long-lasting results. From small residential projects to larger site work, we take pride in getting the job done right the first time.

Response time10 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Avatar for Rose Valley Earthworks & Paving
Rose Valley Earthworks & Paving
4.7(
15
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

ROSE VALLEY EARTHWORKS & PAVING is committed to excellence in every aspect of our\nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty,\nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service\nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of\nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their\nconcerns the basis of our business. Please call for your free estimate today! RVEP 707-537-5885

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for Sola De Vega Landscaping
Sola De Vega Landscaping
4.6(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

First phase of installation
90 % finished
finishing touches
The start of the project
digging old dry creek

+21

Response time6 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Brightfield Landscape Inc
4.8(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Russian River clean up
irrigation valve replacement
Russian River clean up
irrigation valve replacement
Russian River clean up

+51

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for IVANSCAPING CORP
IVANSCAPING CORP
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Call today!

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering
Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Services / Expertise\nSite Preparation\nGrading\nExcavation\nPaving\nDemolition\nVineyard Preparation\nPonds\nConcrete\nPumping Services\nSidewalks\nPatios\nCurb and Gutter\nRetaining Walls\nUnderground\nTrenching\nWater Lines\nSewage Lines\nStorm Drainage\nSeptic Systems\nResidential\nFoundations\nLand Development\nMinor Projects\nFire Mitigation\nEstate Management & Maintenance

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Clearing and Grading
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Juan Contreras Landscaping
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Juan Contreras Landscaping, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Juan Contreras Landscaping is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.\n\n\n

Response time3 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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. 

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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