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Avatar for Saint Joseph's Landscape & Construction, LLC
Saint Joseph's Landscape & Construction, LLC
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Serving Payette, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with this company! They originally landscaped my backyard, including installing a beautiful concrete patio with a paver trim, and it turned out amazing. The design completely transformed the space, and I still get compliments on how great it looks. For regular maintenance, they come every Friday like clockwork. The crew is always friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient—they get the job done fast but never cut corners. My yard consistently looks clean and well-kept thanks to them. Highly recommend for both landscaping projects and ongoing lawn maintenance. Reliable, skilled, and a pleasure to work with!"
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Response time12 hrs
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Summit Contractors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Payette, ID and surrounding areas

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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
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Radar underground
5.0(
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Serving Payette, ID and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Radar underground has been serving the treasure Valley since 2015. We offer any type of excavation site prep, driveways,drainage,building foundation trenchless water lines and utilities.

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Unleashed dirt works & landscape LLC
4.7(
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Serving Payette, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Avatar for Red Fox Excavation, LLC
Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Payette, 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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DK Backhoe
5.0(
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Serving Payette, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"David is a great local small business owner. My wife and I chose him because of the 30+ years of experience, his fair pricing, his responsiveness and timeliness throughout. We live in Meridian where a lot of new construction homes have bad drainage and needed help with putting french drains at our home and our parentsâ home. David was great at explaining to us the issues/differences between what needed to be done in both yards. He took care of the entire excavation (both with excavator and manual), as well as took care of the dirt removal, brought new gravel and everything. His value for the money is top notch. We highly recommend him."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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