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Avatar for TNG Excavation, LLC
TNG Excavation, LLC
4.2(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Mccall, 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
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Found a boulder!
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+33

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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New Frontier Construction LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mccall, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kenny and his crew were awesome. I had a different idea for a residential fence other than wood and Kenny was very open minded and worked with me on some other ideas and options to bring this project together. Very impressed with workmanship and customer service. We installed a galvanized corrugated fence with steel pipes. Very industrial and unique. I would definitely recommend this company as well as hire them again for my next project."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Austin Shippy Construction
4.8(
30
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Mccall, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"Austin got right in there and got the job done. Very nice guy that keeps his head down until the job is finished. He gave me the best bang for my buck and in my opinion Shippy Construction does some of the best work around. I would hire him back in a heartbeat. Thx again Austin"
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wild West Excavation, LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Mccall, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"Installed 150 road from main thoroughfare to well head. Retrenched and replaced 250 broken water line. Installed 250 underground PVC conduit for electrical Romex wiring from house to well head. All work approved by laudatory State plumbing inspector. Backfilled and resurfaced broken ground. Relocated large quantity of lava boulders and rocks. Conscientious, thorough, outstanding work!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Wild West Excavation
Wild West Excavation
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mccall, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It's true what they say: location is everything. If you found a plot of land in the perfect location, turn to Wild West Excavation LLC. Our excavating contractor can prep your land in Nampa, New Plymouth, Emmett, Caldwell, ID or the surrounding area.\n\nIt's not always easy to find site preparation services that meet your needs. But with over 15 years of experience and a wide array of services available, our team has the skill and knowledge needed to prep your property. Our local, family-owned business is licensed in the state of Idaho. Call us today at 208-350-3879 to learn more about our site work and land clearing company. Be sure to get a free digital, in-person or over-the-phone estimate for any of our site preparation services.

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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.

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.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

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