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Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
223
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Gunbarrel, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend A.P. Excavating and Landscaping! A.P. demolished my partially-collapsed, attached garage, removed all debris and regraded the area with additional topsoil. Paul, Anthony and the entire team were great! They were extremely competent, had the right tools/equipment, were responsive, listened carefully to project scope, showed up when scheduled and got the job done in the timeframe they had expected. Their quote was reasonable. I highly recommend A.P. I will use their services for tree trimming and landscaping among other projects. Happy to discuss with any prospective customers!"
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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D & D Tree Service & Landscape
4.7(
105
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gunbarrel, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daniel and his crew did a great job. We had our front lawn replaced with rock and mulch landscaping and i couldnt be happier with it. Daniel was polite, professional and kept in touch with us about any changes. All-in-all I definitely plan to use them again for future projects."
dndtrees.com
Backyard Landscaping
Deck & Concrete
Summer Vibes
Response time1 day
159 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Avatar for Wild Basin Landscape & Designs
Wild Basin Landscape & Designs
5.0(
19
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gunbarrel, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with Larry of Wild Basin Ourdoors Landscaping and Designs was EXCELLENT. Larry is very knowledgable, skilled, hard working, reliable, and thorough. In addition, he is very patient when it comes to answering questions. We are also very grateful for the fact that he completed the job for us without going one bit over the pre-work estimate. We won't hesitate to use his services again for our next landscaping project."
Before removal
Black Mulch
Side Space
Side space 2
Front Bed

+27

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Gray Works, LLC
Gray Works, LLC
4.6(
24
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gunbarrel, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Steve was so wonderful to work with. We needed someone to excavate and grade our side yard in preparation for laying gravel. He was very timely in getting us scheduled and his work was very well done. Overall, Steve was a clear communicator, gave a fair price, and took care to ensure we were happy with the results of his work. I would highly recommend him!"
Garage Demo
Garage Demo
Garage Demo
John Deere Skid Steer 324G
Grading

+11

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for The Handy Squad
The Handy Squad
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gunbarrel, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

The Handy Squad is a team of professionals with different kinds of skills ready to solution many Handyman necessities in home or office; We have experience in many projects of different areas, fixing, repairing, changing or just giving adjustments.\n\nOur experience working in Schools, Homes, Offices, Buildings and more gave us the purpose to offer maintenance services at more places, to help at our community with handyman services.\n\n¡We trust in the good service as a key and that's our plan!

Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture

+7

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Vintage Stoneworks, LLC
4.2(
102
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Gunbarrel, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I hired Bill to resolve the grading issues I had under my deck. He came in with a detailed plan to fix the problem. He’s extremely knowledgeable with his work. I would hire Vintage Stoneworks again if I have any other issues arise."
Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Front Range Landscape Pros
Front Range Landscape Pros
5.0(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gunbarrel, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional, thorough, and display excellent communication. We were updated throughout the entire project. The finished product of our patio is amazing, we will definitely be reaching to them for further projects. 10/10 recommend hiring these guys!!!"
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+17

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High Range Tree Service
4.6(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Gunbarrel, 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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Highland Landscaping & Excavations
Highland Landscaping & Excavations
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Gunbarrel, 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
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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.

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