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Full Circle Garden Solutions
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Willow Creek, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"They are expert with permaculture techniques and integrating fire prevention with a healthy productive garden. Ver knowledgeable and enthusiastic about gardening, soil, farming, trees, plants and biodiversity. An A+"
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Green Sun Landscaping
4.3(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Willow Creek, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They worked long hours even weekend to get job done. It?s a wonderful fence fence on a sloped backyard they also cleaned up all the mess"
Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Redwood Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.7(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Willow Creek, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very prompt to an emergency situation, and came out after asking about the pipe. They replaced my damaged pipe quick and efficiently and everything was back to working order within the hour."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McLennan Excavation, Inc.
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Willow Creek, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time2 days
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Landscaping Ventures Inc.
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Willow Creek, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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 needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

Response time2 days
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TM Custom Grading & Landscaping
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Willow Creek, CA and surrounding areas

I was born and raised in a local family run Landscape / Construction/Excavation Contracting Business. My communication skills along with full customer interaction with every aspect of the project , makes each job run smoothly. From Grading out a rural gravel road or installing a Septic system or concrete walkways patios complete custom Landscapes with water features Night lighting Fencing Chain Link or Wood . Free Estimates

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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. 

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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