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Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Emmett, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Red Fox Excavation LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade, and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. With experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your concrete needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed! We look forward to earning your business.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TNG Excavation, LLC
4.2(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Emmett, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased a 12' X 24' Tuff Shed and needed to prepare a base for installation. We contacted TNG Excavation and they quoted a price and came out, removed the old shed pad, laid a border with 2 x 6 pressure treated timber and installed road mix then compacted it. I took pictures of the completed job and sent them to Tuff Shed. They were so impressed, that they now use the pictures as the poster model on how to properly prepare a site. Trevor was super easy to work with too and gave me a military discount. Nicole, the Office Manager was also a dream to work with."
Digging for septic in ID City
Getting ready to dig for tank
Still digging
Found a boulder!
Setting tank

+33

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Summit Contractors LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Emmett, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After getting several estimates, I asked Brett to come over to provide an in-person estimate. He sent a very reasonable estimate that included demolition and haul-away of some cement work in my backyard. He also asked if I wanted to add 2 yards (give or take) of large granite rocks along my fence line that I've been wanting to dispose of and be hauled away, for a small additional cost. He showed up on time and made quick work of the cement walkway and the fire pit area, as well as the granite rocks. Brett is a friendly, professional, and he has the skills, knowledge, and the right equipment to get the job done in a timely fashion. He cleaned up whatever mess there was, and it looks great for the next phase of my backyard renovation. I would highly recommend him and his company for any demolition needs. Here are the before and after photo's."
Farmhouse driveway
Farmhouse driveway
Farmhouse driveway
Back patio addition
Driveway replacment

+12

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Unleashed dirt works & landscape LLC
4.7(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Emmett, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were on time, very polite, willing to do anything I needed done in connection with the patio project, and some separate from the actual patio (moving dirt away from a gate). Their work was professional, and complete to the last bit. They cleaned up the entire area when they were done. I would use them for other projects in the yard - in fact have already asked for an estimate on building some waist high garden beds."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
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WG Concrete
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Emmett, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed a set a stairs to get from my driveway to my back porch and William did an awesome job with them! It wasn't a big job but he still took the time to work with me and make sure I got what I wanted and I really appreciated that"
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Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Emmett, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Josiah was very friendly and I was so appreciative of him taking the time to answer my questions on a Sunday afternoon. He was very upfront with me and let me know that there would be better alternatives for people to complete the job I needed which was so refreshing!!! I highly recommend him to anyone needing excavation jobs in the area!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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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