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Jen2 Excavating llc
5.0(
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Serving Cotopaxi, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Jen2 Excavating is an exceptional company in multiple ways. Yes, Marcus Garcia and his Jen2 team are prompt, polite, hardworking, from start to finish and estimate and price the work accurately and fairly. There is more to the story. We attempted to contact eight Pueblo and Pueblo West Companies to clear the tall grass, weeds, and brush that was rapidly overtaking our desert landscaped property. We sent them all a brief standardized description of the work and the land areas involved. Jen2 alone, responded immediately, came out the same day to estimate the work, and a week later our acre size yard was restored and cleared, and we were delighted with the work done. The other service companies contacted either failed to respond altogether or sent prefabricated emails and text messages within the time it took Jen2 to finish the work. So, start by contacting Jen2 if you have tall grass, weeds, and brush removal job, and avoid the disinterested candidates."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Integrity Exterior Services, LLC
3.8(
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Serving Cotopaxi, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Customers say: Quality work

"Great work for a fair price. The fence is sturdy and exactly what I was hoping for. The place was left spotless after completion."
Integrity Exterior Services, LLC
Integrity Exterior Services, LLC
Integrity Exterior Services, LLC
Integrity Exterior Services, LLC
Integrity Exterior Services, LLC

+6

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Trevizo Excavating
4.4(
7
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Serving Cotopaxi, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed some ground leaving and a pad built for a large shed. They were fast and efficient. They were absolutely great to work with and obviously take pride in what they do. I highly recommend them and will be working with them on future projects!"
15x18 base pad
15x18 base pad
15x18 pad
15x18 pad
15x18 pad

+6

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Banning Enterprises LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Cotopaxi, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

"It was great. They came on time, worked quickly and efficiently, have great communication and extensive experience. Jeff and Rochelle made it easy. In all a GREAT experience!!! I now know who to call when I need help. I highly recommend Banning Enterprises."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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