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Graff Excavating
3.7(
39
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Second landscaper hired for backyard project after first one messed up quite a few things. TJ and his crew responded quickly and arrived promptly to view what I needed and give a bid. Was given military discount which was a plus to me and work was quality and done on time. Price quoted was price charged. I would recommend them for any project large or small and I will be using them again for some sidewalk installation."
Our work
Our work
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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POWER LANDSCAPE LLC
4.9(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Power Landscaping es una compañía muy Profesional. Al tratar con las personas tienen un trato muy amable y humanitario. En sus trabajos utilizan materiales de primera calidad,así sean plantas florales ,árboles y zácate de la mejor cálidad. La recomiendo ampliamente con 5 Estrellas ?????"
Call now at (720) 404-2009
Response time10 hrs
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Ponce&sons excavating
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I?m Jared Ponce, and I?ve spent the last 10 years in the field putting in real work and building hands-on experience in excavation and utility services. I specialize in heavy equipment operation, grading, landscaping, concrete repair, sewer repair, clean-out installation, and both water line and well installation and repair.\n\nI take pride in doing the job right the first time?no shortcuts, no excuses. Whether it?s a small repair or a full install, I bring the same level of precision, reliability, and work ethic to every project. This isn?t just what I do?it?s what I know.

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Chris Padilla Handyman Home Service
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I thought he was very responsible. He showed up on time AND LISTENED TO WHAT I WANTED."
Galley Kitchen
Dining Room
Kitchen View
Front Entrance
Front Entrance View

+146

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LB Concrete LLC
4.5(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed my patio fixed because it had some bad cracking in some areas and Lawrence came and fixed it made it look practically brand new ."
Side walk
Side walk
Side walk
Side walk
Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
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Lew's Plumbing
0.5(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sterling, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We Flush the Competition! With a passion for craftsmanship and a wealth of knowledge we do quality work. Give us your honey-do list and we can handle all of it for you. Please ask any question you want, we don't just fix a problem we want a life long relationship. The issue will be fixed and it will look like we were never there. Thank You\n

Response time3 days
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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.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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.

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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