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Gunnison Valley Consulting

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Gunnison Valley Consulting

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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26 years of experience

With 20 years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from excavation and site prep to driveway install and landscaping. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Gunnison Valley Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!

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Jeanie B on December 2019

With 20 years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from excavation and site prep to driveway install and landscaping. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Gunnison Valley Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!

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Jeanie B on December 2019


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Mountain Side Custom Contracting

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Mountain Side Custom Contracting

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Mountain Side Custom Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"2 months into a 2-3 week project, just over 10g down payment for labor to paint the interior and ceiling of a 1000 square ft condo, install click together floors i purchased outside the deposit and hook up the kitchen sink after a home depot install of new kitchen counters. I was away for the summer so thought it was a good time to have this done. When I had friends and neighbors take photos to confirm progress, the job was not as far completed as John the owner said it was. When I sent neighbor's photos of the shotty work, asking it to be corrected, John halted communication and either he or his team decided to vandalize my home. "

Nicole E on August 2025

Mountain Side Custom Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"2 months into a 2-3 week project, just over 10g down payment for labor to paint the interior and ceiling of a 1000 square ft condo, install click together floors i purchased outside the deposit and hook up the kitchen sink after a home depot install of new kitchen counters. I was away for the summer so thought it was a good time to have this done. When I had friends and neighbors take photos to confirm progress, the job was not as far completed as John the owner said it was. When I sent neighbor's photos of the shotty work, asking it to be corrected, John halted communication and either he or his team decided to vandalize my home. "

Nicole E on August 2025


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Prosser Dirtworks

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Prosser Dirtworks

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11 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us, to provide a high quality service, at a fair, and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation, and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today, to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"They were faster and less expensive than they had estimated."

David B on July 2025

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us, to provide a high quality service, at a fair, and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation, and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today, to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"They were faster and less expensive than they had estimated."

David B on July 2025


"They did exceptional work for me twice. Communication, integrity, friendliness, follow through, high level expertise, speed and the overall job - were excellent."

Jonathan H on July 2024

Brute Works is an excavating & earthmoving company serving the San Luis Valley and Arkansas River Valley in Colorado, based out of Saguache county.

"They did exceptional work for me twice. Communication, integrity, friendliness, follow through, high level expertise, speed and the overall job - were excellent."

Jonathan H on July 2024


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Brute Works

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Brute Works

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1 years of experience

Brute Works is an excavating & earthworks company serving the San Luis Valley and Arkansas River Valley in Colorado, based out of Saguache county. We specialize in wet utility installation and trenching, foundation excavation, & high country earthworks.

Brute Works is an excavating & earthworks company serving the San Luis Valley and Arkansas River Valley in Colorado, based out of Saguache county. We specialize in wet utility installation and trenching, foundation excavation, & high country earthworks.



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SG & CH 11

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SG & CH 11

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8 years of experience

SG & CH 11 is a family-owned business specializing in small to large concrete projects and small to medium excavating projects. We do everything from houses to warehouses, colored and stamped concrete, and specialized retainer walls for any kind of client need.

SG & CH 11 is a family-owned business specializing in small to large concrete projects and small to medium excavating projects. We do everything from houses to warehouses, colored and stamped concrete, and specialized retainer walls for any kind of client need.


Rocky Mountain Land Scrapers

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Rocky Mountain Land Scrapers

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Rocky Mountain Land Scrapers is a family owned and operated business. It was founded by Brandon and Ally Kohl with 10 years of construction experience. We specialize in many things such as... - Land cleanup/scrape - Leveling ground - Clearing land & yard of debris - Zero scape landscaping - Concrete work; from pouring slabs to building retaining walls - Deck construction - Fence building & maintenance - Foreclosure clean-out - Storage Unit clean-out - Garbage Disposal - Dirt road maintenance Call or text today for more information and to schedule your estimate. Currently providing service in Fremont County, Custer County, Teller County, Chaffee County, Pueblo County, El Paso County, and more.

Rocky Mountain Land Scrapers is a family owned and operated business. It was founded by Brandon and Ally Kohl with 10 years of construction experience. We specialize in many things such as... - Land cleanup/scrape - Leveling ground - Clearing land & yard of debris - Zero scape landscaping - Concrete work; from pouring slabs to building retaining walls - Deck construction - Fence building & maintenance - Foreclosure clean-out - Storage Unit clean-out - Garbage Disposal - Dirt road maintenance Call or text today for more information and to schedule your estimate. Currently providing service in Fremont County, Custer County, Teller County, Chaffee County, Pueblo County, El Paso County, and more.


OverGrowthClearing

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OverGrowthClearing

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3 years of experience

OverGrowth Clearing specializes in the removal of vegetation across western slope Colorado. Jobs such as opening land for more livestock/home development, clearing trees to capture better views, or simply cleaning up property's of trees or brush. We offer steady, reliable, honest work with negotiable prices with intent to satisfy both parties. We are very eager individuals with old school work ethics guaranteeing the job gets done.

OverGrowth Clearing specializes in the removal of vegetation across western slope Colorado. Jobs such as opening land for more livestock/home development, clearing trees to capture better views, or simply cleaning up property's of trees or brush. We offer steady, reliable, honest work with negotiable prices with intent to satisfy both parties. We are very eager individuals with old school work ethics guaranteeing the job gets done.


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Highrise Environmental Services

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Highrise Environmental Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Highrise Environmental Services is a professional tree care and maintenance company that can help you achieve beautiful and sustainable healthy trees that are an asset to your property. We believe in providing quality services to our customers no matter what size their project is. Trees can be a hidden liability and ultimately cost property owners more than what they bargained for, especially if the damage was caused by dead, rotting or poorly maintained trees. Don't wait until it is too late to see the importance. Our current service areas are Rio Blanco and Moffat Counties. Call us for a quote today; our professionals at Highrise Environmental Services are ready to assist you with all your tree care needs. CUSTOMERS: RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL / AGRICULTURAL / INDUSTRIAL / GOVERNMENT

"It was good, they did a good job. The guys were very meticulous as well as the foreman and superintendent. I just enjoyed working with the guys. They came in on budget and on schedule."

Del F on February 2022

Highrise Environmental Services is a professional tree care and maintenance company that can help you achieve beautiful and sustainable healthy trees that are an asset to your property. We believe in providing quality services to our customers no matter what size their project is. Trees can be a hidden liability and ultimately cost property owners more than what they bargained for, especially if the damage was caused by dead, rotting or poorly maintained trees. Don't wait until it is too late to see the importance. Our current service areas are Rio Blanco and Moffat Counties. Call us for a quote today; our professionals at Highrise Environmental Services are ready to assist you with all your tree care needs. CUSTOMERS: RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL / AGRICULTURAL / INDUSTRIAL / GOVERNMENT

"It was good, they did a good job. The guys were very meticulous as well as the foreman and superintendent. I just enjoyed working with the guys. They came in on budget and on schedule."

Del F on February 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

The cost to drill a well ranges, but for a well that’s roughly 150 feet deep, you could spend approximately $5,500. However, prices can fluctuate substantially due to factors like geological conditions, local regulations, and variations in drilling methods. For a more precise quote tailored to your location, research local well-drilling professionals in your area.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

Trenches are 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the right depth for your trench will depend on the nature of your project. For example, if you’re digging a trench as part of a French drain installation, it should be 18 inches deep. An excavation professional can explain how deep your trench should be.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

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