Who is responsible for construction dust?

• <div><p>Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-eliminate-drywall-dust.htm">Eliminating drywall dust</a> is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.</p></div>

Can you make your basement deeper?

• <div><p>If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between <b>$40,000 and $90,000</b> on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.</p></div>

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Q: How deep should a septic tank be buried?

• <div><p>How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. </p></div>

Q: Can you make your basement deeper?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less&mdash;between <b>$40,000 and $90,000</b> on average. However, if you&rsquo;re not adding new finished square footage, you won&rsquo;t see much in the way of ROI.</p></div>

Q: Is it OK to dig through tree roots?

• <div><p>Tree experts don&rsquo;t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don&rsquo;t damage the tree&rsquo;s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree&rsquo;s roots.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to dig footers for a deck?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Last update on May 25, 2025

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I had a major drain blockage that was backing up into my home, and Mountain Edge Plumbing came to the rescue! They were quick to respond, professional, and clearly knew what they were doing. They explained the issue, cleared the clog efficiently, and even gave me tips to help prevent it from...
Mountain Edge Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
We have worked with several companies over the last year for home improvements and Renewal by Andersen was the best. Our installers Beau W, Alex G, and Anthony V were great. They did a wonderful job and cleaned the work area. No other company has given that level of service.
Renewal by Andersen of Boise
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Reviewed in March 2023
Jesus installed a new kitchen faucet and garbage disposal after we had replaced our existing countertops. He was on time and was very nice to work with. We will definitely use Ikmar plumbing in the future.
Ikmar Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Spencer and his team are very professional and do a great job at an affordable price. Would highly recommend them. They removed several large trees from our front yard, and cleaned/removed more in the back. Fantastic work.
Big Wood Tree Care
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Reviewed in April 2021
Effecitive, efficient, and great clean up!!!
Cueva Elk Roofing
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Reviewed in January 2021
Superior Roofing called us the night we were checking on Home Advisor to get a leak fixed in our home. He came out the next day and gave us 4 options to fix the problem.. We had rain the next morning so he came and covered the ridge cap. He finished the job the next day when the weather...
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Wilro Plumbers, LLC

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"Our sump pump quit working and we had a minor flood in our basement. Mountain Edge Plumbing came the same day and replaced the pump and made sure it was up and running consistently before they left. They were courteous and professional. We really appreciated their expertise and that they could even come the same day. Highly recommend!"

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

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