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Alpha Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Austin and his crew were a joy to work with; very personable and professional in every possible way. They did an excellent job with both the tree removal of a large River Birch and stump grinding of it, as well ans another large Ash tree that was previously cut down. They also did a wonderful job with our excavation project for pouring a sidewalk alongside our garage. Overall a 10++ rating!"
Driveway Concrete Prep
Sidewalk Concrete Prep
Sprinkler Line Chase for Driveways
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After Demolition and Footings

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Star, 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.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rock Solid Excavation
4.7(
31
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a challengingly steep slope at the back of our property that needed weed removal, grading , replanting, sprinkler replacement, stone retaining wall repair and fortification. Gary was a knowledgeable problem solver and worked alongside his crew to make sure everything was done properly. He said what they would do and they did what they said! I highly recommend the company. Lani P. Hidden Springs, Id"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNG Excavation, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

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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."
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Setting tank

+33

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Santacruz Dirt Works
4.9(
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Desert Mountain Construction & Transport, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam did an excellent job of installing pavers for our front walkway to our driveway. He also installed low-voltage lighting along the walkway. He was excellent in his follow-up to fix some minor issues that came up with the lighting. Adam was very good at explaining what needed to be done and giving us options when options were available. I would recommend him and I will be giving him a call when we are ready to put pavers in our driveway."
Kuna Barn Clean out
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Retaining Wall Addition
Pit Drain 1

+24

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C & A Excavating
5.0(
2
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chriss was professional, detail focused and very timely in his work. He kept us informed on updates and progress and the work looks great!"
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Valley County High Mountain Dirt Works, LLC
4.6(
11
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they did foundation excavation, trenches for water, sewer and electric and finish grading. Work was finished in a timelly manner with good results. I would use them again."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Eaglelandscaping
5.0(
5
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Fixed four sprinklers for me. Completed the work in a timely manner. If you need sprinkler work done don’t bother with anyone else. This guy is the real deal. Every other company I reached out to was trying to charge me double and even triple. Don't waste your time with anyone else."
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Turney Land Construction
4.0(
28
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom and Josh Turney did an amazing job for us! They removed our old cedar fence and replaced it with a beautiful new cedar fence with solid, and sturdy black steel fence posts. This fence will not only last much longer than our old fence with wooden posts but it is a beauty to look at. We will be enjoying our backyard for many years to come."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

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.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

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