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Avatar for Van Den Berg Construction & Asphalt
Van Den Berg Construction & Asphalt
4.6(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Avatar for Back Country Excavation LLC
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 Dolores, 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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Gravel Pros LLC
4.3(
31
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A quality job at a great price and done early....priceless!!!"
Mini Pine Bark mulch
Shredded Cedar Mulch
2-4" cobble stone
4-8" Cobble stone
4-8" cobble

+29

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Avatar for Rock Creek Excavation LLC
Rock Creek Excavation LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Rock Creek Excavation specializes in earthmoving services for a wide range of projects. From foundations and trenches to septic systems, land clearing, and site preparation for roads and infrastructure, we handle it all. No job is too big or too small - we're committed to delivering quality results with precision and efficiency.

Riding arena leveling
Riding arena leveling
Riding arena leveling
Riding arena leveling
Water line replacement

+3

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Box T Construction, LLC
4.7(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willie and Brandon did an excellent job excavating a trench for a gas line at our current home. They were quick to bid, communicated with us throughout the process, and were easy to get a hold of when we needed to make adjustments. We are very pleased with their quality of work, and hope to use them for future projects. Box T is an excellent, locally owned and family-run businessâ ¦hire them!"
Rock Wall and Fire Pit
Walk area between fire pit and horse shoe play are
Horse Shoe Play Area
Rock Wall and Fire Pit and Kids play area
French Drain

+17

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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4 Corners Forestry
4.9(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Honest. Respects the schedule and are on time every time. Careful of home owners property. Cuts tress into proper stove fit, in my case 16” cuts. Bids are lower than competitors. Careful cleanup. “Chips” throw away limbs. Crew is fast, safe and efficient. Tree cuts are stacked so that owner can fill tractor cart and tow to wood shed for stacking. Crew is polite and respectful with home owner. Always asks about using gates and travel over the property. I was extremely lucky to find these guys. I would definitely recommend them whole heartedly to anyone contemplating removing large trees “threatening” your home or garage, or barn as I had. Give them a shot…. You won’t be sorry!"
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects

+1

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Naturally Clean Home Services, LLC
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Really good guy! He and his wife are kind of a team. They do really good work outdoor and indoor cleaning! Heather did a good job cleaning, indoor, it's spotless and his husband does the outside like the lawn! It was a little while back, but they did a great job and I was very impressed with their service!"
Plug Mold
Information Screens
Chandelier
Trenching
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Don Reboul Construction Company
3.7(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"These guys did an amazing job. Their work ethic is out of this world. Even when it came time for the cleanup they did not miss a beat. No nails or any debris let anywhere. I am talking about on the driveway, grass, yard, or even our neighbors yards. They were that thorough. I would give them a 10 out 10. These guys were very professional. I would recommend this company to all my friends and neighbors. Don was great to work with and I am referring him to all our friends and neighbors. 5 star rating!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+29

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Avatar for Carpentry Plus Excavation, LLC
Carpentry Plus Excavation, LLC
3.8(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are professional, straightforward, funny. They knocked it out of the park. Ran into some unknown situations on my end but they were quick to solve it and fix it for me!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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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