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1st Demo, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Solvang, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had my stucco stripped completely from my two story house. This task is quite labor intensive, and it would take me the rest of my year to do it, and I didnâ t want to do it. Cleanly done, no nails or detritus left around,worth it to me-very satisfied indeed- Dave Coon"
It is not done until clean
careful removals
Every detail is important
Roof removal
Same day progress

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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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J Tree Care & Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Solvang, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had nine 40 foot messy pine trees in the back yard. Justin worked non stop in 100 degree heat and humidity, never complained. Meticulous about clean up, met our needs and a delightful young man with excellent personality"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tatum Asphalt
4.7(
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Serving Solvang, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"Tatum just completed a job at my home. Very very professional. Did an amazing job. Cleaned up all around my home. Workers were friendly. I would highly recommend them for any asphalt job you might have."
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Macaluso and Company Incorporated
4.5(
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Serving Solvang, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Macaluso + Company is a Santa Barbara, California based construction contractor. We leverage the latest in grading and excavation technology in order to offer a diverse portfolio of earthwork solutions to the commercial and residential markets. We are a licensed (CSLB No. 1052716) bonded, insured and accredited (BBB + BCA) California corporation. Our services include excavation, grading, demolition, site development, land clearing, material transport as well as 3D site design, planning and permitting.

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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).

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