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Avatar for Shofar Landscape Contracting
Shofar Landscape Contracting
5.0(
13
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Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Shofar Landscaping contracting was honest, timely, and efficient! They were professional and completed all the work we discussed and met our expectations. The crew were wonderful to work with! Looks great! Thank you!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cal Coast Hardscape & Irrigation, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alex and his team were finally the answer to my struggles! I cannot stress or overstate how professional, yet personable!!, Alex and his guys are! I am getting on in age, now 60, and suddenly I could not 'hop up" on my retaining wall to get into the flower bed anymore! I had brought Alex out for estimates and meet and greet for 3 or more projects we have in mind. I HAVE to get estimates first and then budget it in to my current spending budget and Alex was very gracious and accommodating to help me, not only get the free estimates, but spent much time with me, coming back on multiple occasions to just plan and come up with a number of solutions for each idea I had for each section of landscape!!! He realized, that my husband now working out of state was leaving me pretty alone to deal with this and he stepped up as a professional and as a person to help me! We started with stairs leading up the retaining wall so I could get up there without hurting myself and he made them nice an"
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall

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Wilber Construction, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My friend recently had some work done at his house and recommended him. I called and told him what I was looking to do and he was honest and told me how I could save money and do it myself. walked me through the process and told me who to call with the city and approximate time frames. You don't come across this type of "good people" too often these days. I highly recommend Wilber Construction. Randy will be my first call in the future for any type of construction work. Thanks Randy!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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RE Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired RE Construction to grade a sloped driveway. Robert made the process easy and turned my idea into a reality. I can’t say enough about his professionalism and attention to detail. I’d recommend RE to anyone and will use their services again in the future."
Residential backyard
Residential backyard - mid project progress
Residential backyard - mid project progress
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Cal Coast Hardscape & Irrigation, LLC
Cal Coast Hardscape & Irrigation, LLC
3.7(
3
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Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy and grateful for Alex and his team. Alex took our overgrown backyard and fixed our drainage issues from the backyard and regraded and transformed our front yard into a beautiful water friendly and easy to maintain space. Alex is truly an artist when it comes to creating outdoor living spaces. He listened to our ideas and concerns and always help us to feel at ease. I recommend Alex and his team to anyone looking to redo or update their outdoor spaces. Thank you Cal Coast Hardscape and Irrigation for this amazing upgrade to our front and backyard. From the paving, to retaining wall repair, fence repair, complete underground drainage, gutter downspout repair, front and rear yard grading, leach field install, swale and install of a sump pump; I'm confident Alex can do anything."
Response time11 hrs
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Blackstone Asphalt, LTD.
5.0(
2
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Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Driveway rehab job went very well. Crew was onsite on time, worked on the job most of the day and we now have a very nice driveway again. Neighbors were so impressed they hired the crew on the spot to do their driveway as well. Both came out great. Worked with owner Paul to make all of this happen, he was very accessible and did follow up to be sure I am happy with the job."
San diego ca
Parking lot
John job
John job
John job

+14

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Kurt Weide Construction, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Wonderful crew. The work was done professionally, and in 4 days. From beginning to end, clean-up, as well as the completed project...I am beyond thrilled with my new retaining wall. I highly recommend KW Constructon!"
Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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King's Excavation & Construction
New to Angi

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Kings Excavation is your premier choice for excavation and plumbing services in the Bay Area. With a strong emphasis on quality work and competitive pricing, we have earned a reputation for excellence.\n\nOur experienced team specializes in a wide range of services, including site preparation, trenching, septic system install, sewer line repair, and installation. We handle residential and commercial projects with precision and efficiency.\n\nWhat sets us apart is our commitment to customer satisfaction. We prioritize clear communication, timely delivery, and superior workmanship. Our clients trust us to deliver results that exceed expectations.\n\nChoose Kings Excavation for reliable service, competitive rates, and exceptional outcomes. Contact us today for all your excavation and plumbing needs.

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JSB General Engineering
New to Angi

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workman ship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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