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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

Free estimates

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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

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.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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