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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 Hayden, 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%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Trackwest, LLC
Trackwest, LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Hayden, 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

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Nova Landworks LLC
Nova Landworks LLC
5.0(
18
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hayden, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were professional, very personable and very fairly priced. Great communication throughout the project. Iâ ve continued to use them for other yard related services, as well. Iâ d recommend them again and again."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Summit Tree Service And Excavation, LLC
Summit Tree Service And Excavation, LLC
4.9(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Hayden, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sturges Enterprises
Sturges Enterprises
4.9(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Hayden, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They responded very fast, cared about our input, concerns and followed through with what they said they would do. Andrew Ullrich was our contact person and we would definitely continue with him for our landscaping needs."
Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Holmes Earth Construction, LLC
Holmes Earth Construction, LLC
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hayden, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding arborist and excavator! Compared to other tree companies, Cody saved me thousands. He took down only the hazard trees that really needed to go and opened up my waterfront view without butchering trees or destabilizing my bank. With the money I saved I got extra clearing and grubbing that I wanted to do for years. On time, within budget and quality work. What more can you ask for?"
Site before
Site before
Site before
During tree removal
During tree removal

+15

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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