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Planet Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Bayfield, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cory is the go to man for any excavation job you might need, we had French drains dug we had a round pen made and he graded for my arena which I love . Planet excavation is the only company I would hire thanks Cory.."
Filling the Pond after completion
Air vent
Gravel Turn around/parking
O'nan on the roller
What is on the trailer?

+18

Response time3 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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True Blue Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bayfield, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tyler was key to my project, I live in Houston TX I could not find another contractor that was as sympathetic to my unit situation. He showed up on time and did the excavation work. He also is an excellent operator. Very much looking forward to doing more business with him."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
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Van Den Berg Construction & Asphalt
4.6(
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Serving Bayfield, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came in the morning to give me an estimate and completed the work that afternoon. I was very impressed with their professionalism and quality of their work. Will use them again and would recommend them for this type work."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Gravel Pros LLC
4.3(
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Serving Bayfield, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner and his employees are AMAZING! On time, efficient, polite, amazing, and inexpensive! The quality and the cost were top notch! Will call them for future projects and refer to others!"
Mini Pine Bark mulch
Shredded Cedar Mulch
2-4" cobble stone
4-8" Cobble stone
4-8" cobble

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Response time3 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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KDM
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Serving Bayfield, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

KDM Mechanical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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