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Avatar for Larson Excavating
Larson Excavating
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Elizabeth, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eric was able to competitively quote and execute a significant improvement to our property in Larkspur by excavating a new parking area as well as installing a stunning retaining wall to mitigate erosion that would have caused the loss of mature pine trees. He also relocated all the dirt to other areas of our property to encourage proper flow of rain and snow melt away from our home. Every step of the project was executed perfectly, on time, with excellent communication and its completion not only served the purpose we needed but it has greatly improved the aesthetic and value of our property. I don't remember the last time we've worked with someone on a home project that has been this impressive."
Expansion of driveway
Driveways and Drainage
Carve in Roads
Roads and Driveway
Driveway Remod

+2

Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Empire Landscapes
Empire Landscapes
4.6(
64
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elizabeth, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich Che and the CNS Empire Landscape crew did fabulous improvements on our family home in Wheat Ridge. They corrected drainage on three sides of an addition so water flows away from the house instead of into the crawlspace; replaced 30 feet of exit pipe from the perimeter drain around the foundation of the addition; installed new sod; and removed weeds from landscaped rock areas in the front yard. The improvements look great. Shortly afterwards, I engaged an inspector to check the foundation. The inspector said he visits about 400 houses each year, and this drainage remediation is among the best he’s seen."
Driveways - Concrete Project
Concrete driveway replacement
Old leaning wood ties wall
Garage concrete floor
Landscaping Project

+211

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for R & R Solutions
R & R Solutions
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elizabeth, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"R&R Solutions is the best company to call for your next project! Jared’s attention to detail, work ethic, and professionalism cannot be beat. He goes above and to ensure your project is completed to the highest possible standards. Jared was able to come out the same day I called for an estimate and worked diligently to work me into his schedule in a timely manner. I would recommend R&R Solutions all of your excavation needs!"
Yard hydrant and pluming lines
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Marco Construction, LLC
Marco Construction, LLC
4.2(
313
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Elizabeth, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mark and his team went above and beyond repairing and replacing exterior issues on our house. They were accommodating and easy to work with. They cleaned up the project site, and made sure the repairs integrated well with the older paint colors and materials. We are so grateful to have found them."
Response time1 day
225 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for C&R Field Services
C&R Field Services
4.9(
21
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Elizabeth, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The service provided was absolutely fantastic! I deffinately highly recommend them. Their knowledge base is extensive and their attention to detail is superb. Customer service was absolutely great! I highly recommend them!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Klara Vista Landscape Services
Klara Vista Landscape Services
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elizabeth, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The work I requested was a plantar wall and box. We discussed the project when Rueben came out to give me a free estimate. I was pleased with the quote and work started within two weeks of the meeting. The crew started on a Monday and would have been done within two days but we had a full day of rain then snow. The finished project turned out beautiful. The crews were on time, courteous and worked hard. Rueben was easy to deal with on every count. Highly recommend this company!!"
Landscape installation
Retaining walls
Retaining walls
Landscape installation
Landscape installation

+12

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Elevated Contracting LLC
4.6(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elizabeth, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful customer service and beautiful work. Will continue to utilize Elevated Contracting for all our future home upgrades. Highly recommend these guys!"
Trex Pro
Trex Pro
Trex Pro
Trex Pro
Trex Pro

+127

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

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.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

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