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Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
223
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AP Excavating installed a drinking post for our horses and replaced a water hydrant. Wonderful father and sons family business - great to work with them and their crew. I was impressed with the quality of work and their commitment to making sure they exceeded our expectations. I will be using them for our next projects: entry gate, trenching work and landscaping driveway island. Thank you AP Excavating!"
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Silverline Landscape & Excavation, LLC
4.6(
17
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Tanner and his crew were absolutely amazing. Tanner was able to get me an estimate in a timely manner and very reasonably priced. I couldn't believe how nice and fun his crew was they had my driveway installed in no time, actually a day early! I have no doubt its going to last for years to come. I would recommend these guys to anyone who needs an excavator!"
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Wrangler Excavation LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Demo Red Barn
Demo Shop
Cheyenne Airport
Canopy Removal
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Gray Works, LLC
Gray Works, LLC
4.6(
23
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"For excavating work, ability and safety.. he NAILED it. The corners that he had to make in order to pull out these huge rocks was phenomenal. Please reach out! Thanks!"
Garage Demo
Garage Demo
Garage Demo
John Deere Skid Steer 324G
Grading

+11

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Highland Landscaping & Excavations
Highland Landscaping & Excavations
5.0(
6
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highland Hardscapes did excellent work on my new home. Cesar's experience and knowledge made it easy for me to achieve the look I desired. Several projects were completed in a timely manner. I was very happy with the quality and service I received. I would recommend Highland Hardsapes for any landscaping jobs."
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Front yard Landscaping
New Culvert / Landscape/hardscape
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Retaining wall / Drainage channel

+40

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Strand Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have used strand services for over 2.5 years! They are always on time, and reliable! I’m a project manager for 4x industrial for the reclamation side of the oil field where we return properties to their natural form! We utilize their services for potholing and mowing so we have a safe work space and know the depths of lines wether abandoned or live!! Their job ensures my operators saftey!!They always fill in their holes, mark depths and take photos and send them to me so I have it on record! I know they do other services but these are what my team utilizes them for! If you’re looking for a reliable company and team, this is the one!! Respectful and diligent!!"
Strand
Strand
Strand
Strand
Strand

+12

Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Devin Godell
5.0(
4
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very satisfied with the quality of his work. He was accommodating to my time needs, pleasant to be around, and very hard working! Highly recommended."
Driveway installation/ ground prep
Driveway installation/ ground clearing
main line sewer installation
Driveway installation/Grading/Ground prep
Dewatering pit for main line sewer install

+37

Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Colorado Paradise Builders, LLC
4.6(
10
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Serving Firestone, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I highly recommend this company. Fran Garcia, the owner, did an outstanding job on our basement remodel. Every stage of this project went smoothly, from the initial design to the finishing touches. I felt Fran went out of his way to provide excellent value. In addition, he did a great job of communicating with us. He was always willing to answer questions and provide advice. Overall, my wife and I were thrilled with the work, and we would definitely hire Fran again."
Medina Residence
Medina Residence
Windsor custom home
Windsor custom home
Schmitz basement finish

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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