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Dotts Construction and Grading, LLC
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Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Michael was great to work with. He had the proper equipment to get my site prep done right. He coordinated with the county inspectors and was always on site in a timely fashion. I recommend Dotts Constuction and I will use them again on upcoming future phases of my project."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Advantage Sewer Drain Plumbing
4.7(
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Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The technician did a wonderful and thorough job!! He was very professional, and I'd use this company again in the future, if needed!!!"
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Grand Lake Excavating & Foundation
5.0(
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Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"After our home burned down we found Grand Lake Excavating to do our clean up and demo. They were great! Mike and his team handled everything with our insurance company and we couldn’t be happier. I would highly recommend them and look forward to working with them on the construction of our new house."
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New Sewer Install
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Foundation after demolition ready to haul. A typical Foundation under a 2500 sf home w/ 2 car garage. Is 7-10 dump truck loads. 250,000-320,000lbs of concrete
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+23

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AD Tree Services and Landscaping
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Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew did a great job installing our new irrigation and sprinkler system - their service is EXCELLENT. David is both accessible and responsive as there were a few times when we had extra requests (tree pruning and stump removal) and he will make time for you and your specific needs. His crew's flexibility and ability to show up when needed to help (i.e. adjust drip line for backyard plantings) is a real value for the money/investment to a project. I will hire them again for my other landscaping needs."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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High Altitude Hauling, Inc.
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Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Exceptional work done on parking lots, driveways and new picnic nice area! Very responsive and communicates regularly. Competitive pricing and finishes projects on time. Weve used them for several projects over the years and recommend them regularly. Thanks for the consistent high quality work!"
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+19

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

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