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Avatar for Empire Landscapes
Empire Landscapes
4.6(
64
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Coil N Soil Services did a great job overall. We were pleased with his estimate, the quality of his work, good communication, and sticking to the proposed schedule. We plan to hire him again next year to continue work on our yard."
Driveways - Concrete Project
Concrete driveway replacement
Old leaning wood ties wall
Garage concrete floor
Landscaping Project

+211

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Larry’s Legacy Landworks
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Dillon did an amazing job on my flooring. He got it done in a timely manner and he is very professional. I would recommend Dillon for any project that you have. Dillon is reliable in what ever he takes on."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Drywall skim coat
Shower Door Instillation

+4

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R & R Solutions
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Watkins, 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%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elevated Contracting LLC
4.6(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drew and the Elevated team were beyond professional. From the initial on-site meeting, to the bid, to the completion of our beautiful deck. We didnâ t have plans but Drew was able to guide us to choose from materials and design an elegant custom deck for us. Knowledgeable, reliable, and detailed oriented, Elevated Contracting will definitely be our go to for any future home improvement projects! Highly recommend Drew and his team. Thank you again 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

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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