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Avatar for Morning Star Excavating, LLC
Morning Star Excavating, LLC
5.0(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Cataldo, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Morning Star Excavating/Camerone and staff are top notch. Very professional and with a good quote which was what it was at the end. He went out of his way to make sure all was completed to our liking for what we needed and also looking forward to future projects making it easier to pick that up at a later date. Always has ideas on how to make it better and stays with the job until completed. Can't say enough good things about his work ethic and quality."
Grade
Parking lot Grading
Grade
Parking lot Grading
Grade

+54

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trackwest, LLC
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cataldo, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have worked with trackwest fencing on several occasions. They've always sent trustworthy people who can communicate well and produce a really good product. I've done a lot of fencing work in the past but they've always come up with new techniques that I learned from. I plan on working with this company on many occasions in the future."
Backyard cleanup
Backyard cleanup
Backyard cleanup
Backyard cleanup
Backyard cleanup

+37

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nova Landworks LLC
5.0(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cataldo, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Weâ ve hired Nova for irrigation installation in large yard front and rear, prep and plant landscaping, design and install stone walkway, create and install 90 ft. berm around back garden, Spring yard cleanup with large and small tree and bush pruning, rake and removal, replace bark, etc. They do it all, very professional, creative and reasonably priced."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Inland Northwest Contracting, LLC
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Cataldo, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Matt was awesome to work with. Called me within two minutes of using Angi's list. Very professional and came out the following day to do an estimate. Now that the project has been completed, my two French Bulldogs are in heaven on their new lawn! Highly recommend Inland!!!"
Response time10 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Legacy Land Services
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Cataldo, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I can't say enough about the guy!! He is a man of his word and has great pricing. He is very punctual and I don't know why anyone would go anywhere else!"
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sandpoint Excavation, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cataldo, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If there were more stars check, I'd mark all of them. Mac and his team were awesome. From clearing thick forest, creating pads, arenas, driveways, complicated septic fields and more - they were great. Reliable, when other (unrelated contractors were MIA), Mac and his team were always there when needed. They went over and above in so many ways, that even my neighbors came over to personally thank him/them for being so professional and conscientious to each different neighbor's needs. They took care to leave various trees present that added curb appeal to the home setting, placed boulders around areas to protect the integrity of newly created roads and kept things neat and tidy. This was without me asking or any expectations, as I was out of state. But Mac kept me engaged with their progress by sending me updated photos of every accomplishment. I arrived with equine in tow (from several day's drive) to the property prepared for my arrival. Mac and his crew were even there to help unload my animals and set up equine accommodations. Mac and his crew are professional, organized, have GREAT equipment and I would highly recommend Sandpoint Excavation to anyone looking to do 'anything related to dirt'. They do it all!"
Land Clearing
Pasture before trees were removed
After trees were removed
Continuous Pipe Fencing for Arena
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Precision Excavating, LLC
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cataldo, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

"Dustin was absolutely the best! He was hired by me in March to do excavation and to put in septic and water lines to an outbuilding. Spokane County Health District took 4 months to approve paper work! Under this wait-period most other contractors would have been long gone. Dustin called me frequently to see how the permit process was coming along! I think he felt my pain in working with the County LOL. I never had to chase him down and he always answered nearly every call I made to him. He was at my home and started the work the next day after the permit was approved! This man's integrity speaks for itself. I originally found him on Home Advisor and didn't know him prior to this job. I would highly recommend him and his crew. They did a great job! Contractors like Dustin are rare!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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