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G-Man Construction
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went great my first time having anything like this done glad it was with G Man construction! Would recommend his services to anyone needing dirt work"
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+27

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trackwest, LLC
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They got the job done promptly. Of all the companies that gave me estimates the owner was the most thorough and explaining a variety of options fencing. They always came on the days and times they said they would and the fence looks great!"
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Rocky Mountain Excavation & Concrete, LLC
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"At first I was skeptical about hiring a smaller company to do work on our property, we needed quite a be bit done. After getting bids from some bigger companies I realized going with a smaller local company was a better choice. During all the work they did, there was a couple hick ups due to the massive boulders that where in the way. They were very clear with communication on what was going on, and the time it was going to add onto the project to remove these huge things. I had them make trenches about 150 yards long for electrical, and another 150, plus some for 5 water spigots for a trench, and we wanted the water lines ram through conduit for extra protection. They also installed a septic system for our shop and house. After that I talked to them about grading an area for the house to be built on and finishing our driveway and they were please to have more work done. Everything is completed and I could not be happier with them and recommend to anyone I know or hear needs work done. Thank you S&P for your hard work."
4 foot trench to grade
First exit
45 elbow
mini ex
Clients house

+6

Response time1 day
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Summit Tree Service And Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kyle and Gus from Summit were great to work with. They cleared approx. 1/4 acre of trees and brush, leveled my build area with dirt available elsewhere on my property, contoured and compacted the remaining area in preparation for fabric and rock. We worked together on this project over 6 weeks, a few days at a time. Communication was good, pricing reasonable and great guys to work with."
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Panhandle Junk Removal
5.0(
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Super professional and efficient! Extremely great communication and Will was incredibly nice. He showed up on time and even helped us load everything up. We had a ton of stuff that needed removed while we cleaned up our property and remodeled our home. He was in and out in one day! Very affordable and worth every dollar."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Black Mountain Industries, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dover, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Black Mountain Ind. to plant 2 evergreen trees in our front yard. We were so impressed with the results that we called them back for a third tree in our backyard. TJ and Nick are hard working guys and do great work!"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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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