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Avatar for JP Excavations and Innovations, LLC
JP Excavations and Innovations, LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a great experience with JP Excavations. They were easy to communicate with and incredibly professional. They also did a very quality and efficient job."
New Driveway
New Driveway
New Driveway
New Driveway
New Driveway

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
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Drake Austin Contractor
4.9(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drake was easy to deal with. Always on time, always going the extra mile to make thinks right. Finished my project on time, and on budget. I’m going to hire him again to remodel and update a bathroom."
Deck Extension
hot tub pad before deck install
Before replacement
New install
Hose Bib Cover

+10

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Back Country Excavation LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The crew installed a wooden fence with a ranch gate and a solar powered electric gate. They worked efficiently and with great care of the property."
Fence and ranch entrance
Fence and ranch entrance
Fence and ranch entrance
Septic system
Septic system

+8

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Prosser Dirtworks
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were faster and less expensive than they had estimated."
Dump Truck
Road prep
Prosser Dirtworks
Front Loader
Prosser Dirtworks

+6

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TL's Stump And Dump
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

TL's Stump and Dump provides Professional Stump Removal. Also small dirt projects, fixing roads, digging utility lines, no job too small. Then we also provide junk removal, material hauling/delivery, and dump trailer rental.

Stump Grind
Stump
Finished Product
Before
Before

+3

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Dallas Gillespie
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m a creative, detail-oriented handyman and problem solver who enjoys turning ideas into practical, finished projects. I specialize in landscape projects, improving both indoor and outdoor spaces, excavation, property improvements, building and repair work, junk removal, transport and delivery services of items up to 10,000 lbs, handyman work and general repairs, and more. Clients tell me I have a knack for finding smart, low-cost solutions that make a space look better, function better, and add value without unnecessary expense. Whether it’s hanging pictures and lights, building something from scratch, improving a yard or curb appeal, or figuring out a creative solution to a challenging project, I take pride in doing quality work and paying attention to the details. My goal is to provide dependable, thoughtful service and leave every project looking much better than when I started.

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Echo Ridge Excavation, LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He is punctual and communicative!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

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.

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.

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