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High Range Tree Service
4.6(
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Serving Dillon, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are responsive and professional. They delivered above and beyond what I expected. They didn’t just take care of the job I called them about. They also surveyed my property and let me know that I had a tree in the alley that had grown up through wires (no wonder our tv is so sketchy. I am delighted with their attention to detail and super happy with the value received. Will absolutely call them again the next time I need tree trimming or storm clean-up."
Tree Trimming
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High Altitude Hauling, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Dillon, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was very responsive and knowledgeable. His prices were right and he did a great job. I highly recommend with any septic repair."
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+19

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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White Elk Well Service
4.8(
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Serving Dillon, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It can be nearly impossible to get tradesmen to work on mountain homes, even in emergencies. Demand far outstrips supply, I guess. Most can't even return calls. Not so with White Elk. They did not know me from Adam, but I got a callback right away and an offer to put in the extra hours and miles to attend to my good pump emergency. Fortunately, the problem resolved itself quickly, but I really appreciate that White Elk was willing to step up."
Response time5 hrs
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Big Sky Building
5.0(
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Serving Dillon, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"I truly enjoyed working with Shawn. â Shawn is professional and very courteous. The custom glass shower installation is perfect. This was a new project of this type for Shawn and he executed beautifully - he truly is a very skilled craftsman. Additionally, Shawn removed an old 70â s style bar (big and ugly) and finished out the bar area nicely. His competent helper Luis, tore out and rebuilt the dilapidated side walking deck that was previously installed without footers, now itâ s solid and safe. Shawn also did several other little projects for me as well which were all great. He even traveled a good deal to my job site. I would absolutely recommend him. Ensure you are clear about the work being done. We had a disconnect on the bathroom wall area that was not resolved, and its beyond my skill level to resolve it. I may not have understood as clearly as I should have regarding the extent of the work. Good communication is key with everyone."
Log deck
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Hand hewn log deck
Entrance remodel
Log porch

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Response time5 days
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Wightman X
5.0(
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Serving Dillon, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Alex was excellent - performed work on Christmas eve in snowstorm! Professional service at fair price. Highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
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Grand Lake Excavating & Foundation
5.0(
4
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Serving Dillon, 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."
Fire restoration
New Sewer Install
Heavy equipment
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
New Sewer Install

+23

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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