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Groundwork Excavation
4.6(
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Serving New Meadows, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They go above and beyond! They are on time and do quality work! I will be using them again!"
Brush clearing
Mulching/land clearing
Mulching/land clearing
Mulching/land clearing
Mulching/land clearing

+33

Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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New Frontier Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving New Meadows, 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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River Bound Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving New Meadows, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"River bound did a amazing job and the owner John truly cared about the work being done and involved me every step of the way and finished job way under budget. I would totally recommend them to any job and to anyone thank you river bound"
Title The Pete
Stem Walls
Off the trailer
Middleton Pond Dam
Zims Hotsprings

+18

Response time3 days
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Premiere Excavation
New to Angi

Serving New Meadows, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Premiere Excavation is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 5 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!\n

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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