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Arborist Services LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Honokaa, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are repeat customers of Aborist Services. They are professional, punctual and dependable. The site that was cleared had some challenges that they were able to solve. Thank you for a job well done. ."
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+22

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Arborist Services, LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Honokaa, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark O'dell did a wonderful job on my DHHL clearing out approximately 3 acres of land filled with gun powder trees and California grass. He was quick to respond and coordinated his equipment before my departure back to the mainland. He was very professional and courteous to meet my requirements. A little pricey but worth every penny. I highly recommend Mark for future projects and look forward to working with him again."
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Precision Services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Honokaa, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very good team of crew to get the job done efficiently and competently. Puncture and responsible. These are very capable people. I highly recommend Precision Landcare! Aloha."
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Recommended by46%of homeowners
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precision Landcare
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Honokaa, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great customer service. Disguss concern and he took it from there. Removed unwanted coups and other debris. Area was cleared and I just gave it quick rake and all is beautiful after 30 years of ugliness!!I I would recommend him and call him when the 2nd round of clean is ready. Mahalo nui."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Big island excavation
3.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Honokaa, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

"Amazing! Got it done quick, efficient and on time!"
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Kamaaina Landscaping
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Honokaa, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional workers from chipping, to tree trimming, mowing, weedwacking, they do it all. They always show up on time and leave the site clean when finished."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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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