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Q: How deep can a mini excavator dig?

• <div><p>A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.</p></div>

Q: What are the rules for trenching and excavation?

• <div><p>The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don&rsquo;t hit any electrical or gas lines.</p></div>

Q: Can you make a crawl space liveable?

• <div><p>Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable. </p></div>

Q: How wide of a hole does a trencher make?

• <div><p>Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you&rsquo;d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).</p></div>

Q: Can you install a trench drain in existing concrete?

• <div><p>Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.</p></div>

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Last update on February 24, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Very good and very knowledgeable people Very good work and never misses a step I would 100% recommend Barajas renovations to anyone seeking great quality and great communication within you’re job Barajas renovations has done many jobs for me and every single one of them turned out great Such as...
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Reviewed in July 2024
On time. Very professional. Excellent work. I would highly recommend GC Demo & Excavation, inc.
GC Demo & Excavation, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2024
I hired this company back in April 2022, I’m a realtor and needed someone to take care of a few things in one of the homes I was selling, they came in and in a matter of hours fully painted the interior of the home, fixed a large whole in the wall, performed mold treatment and installed new...
Quick & Easy Maintenance | Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in August 2023
The owner and workers were efficient and pleasant to work with. They also showed knowledge of different trees and trimmed them appropriately. I will hire them again.
MAG Tree Service Inc
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Reviewed in January 2023
This was a difficult remodel project with the scope of the project changing and it included new construction, stucco removal, and patching. They persevered and delivered a beautiful final product on budget.
Prestige Plastering, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2021
I highly recommend Mid Valley Tree Service we had a huge tree growing on the side of the house up against the fence with branches hanging over the house Jose and his crew very professional cut down the whole tree without causing any damage to the house or fence after they cleaned everything up...
Mid Valley Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2021
Trimmed some large trees nicely without butchering them. Gave some great advice about when to do it again and maintain them
Imagine Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2021
This was a difficult & dangerous project. A very large & heavy branch had broken off my Mulberry tree that needed to be cut up. The job was also to trim back 2 overgrown trees. There were 3 guys who came, worked quickly & efficiently, then cleaned the leaves off the rooftop. They also made wood...
Sequoias Tree Service
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Reviewed in December 2015
I talked to Tim Sloan about my end goal of installing the trampoline so it would be at ground level, and he sugggested a better method that was much more efficient than what I had planned to do, saving me time, wasted labor, and money. I was amazed how he maneuvered his backhoe in my confined...
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GC DEMO & EXCAVATION INC

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Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

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"Punctual, professional, polite, explanation of details of needed to be done."

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James Heisdorf

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Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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Licensed Civil Engineer\nGeneral Engineering Contractor\nGeneral Building Contractor\n\nEarthwork, grading, roads, building pads, paving, underground wet utilities, septic installation, paving, concrete, civil design, survey, land development.

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GC Demo & Excavation, Inc.

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Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"On time. Very professional. Excellent work. I would highly recommend GC Demo & Excavation, inc."

Response time7 hrs

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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.

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Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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"Luis, did a wonderful job installing a retaining wall, pavers, laying sod and river rock edging for us. We are very satisfied with how lovely everything looks."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Wilber Construction, Inc.

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Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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Offers commercial services

"Fantastic work, Honest, reliable, easy to work with. Family built and run business. I won t use anyone else. Highly recommend!!!"

Response time2 days

Recommended by33%of homeowners

Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"Really good workers definitely will hire them for all of my outside needs thanks guys for the hard work"

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Recommended by83%of homeowners

Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

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Response time1 day

Recommended by66%of homeowners

Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

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"THE COMPANY PROVIDED PROFESSIONAL WORK AT A FAIR PRICE. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND ANY SEPTIC AND BACHOE WORK."

Response time8 hrs

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Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"Very professional and caring individual. I would use them again."

Response time5 hrs

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Matthew Salomon - Unlicensed Contractor

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Serving Selma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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"Positive people person , clean , did job throughly explained everything no hidden charges , I would definitely hire him again ."

Response time30 mins

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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