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Alpha Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Alpha Excavation cleared the property of all overgrowth and removed a diseased tree, all within a short period of time just before July 4th. If there had been fireworks we might have lost the whole house."
Driveway Concrete Prep
Sidewalk Concrete Prep
Sprinkler Line Chase for Driveways
Start of Excavation and Demolition
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

"Gary responded quickly to our inquiry, quoted us a fair price and performed the work exactly how we wanted Rock Solid Excavation also showed up when they said they would and on time. I look forward to recommending them whenever I get the opportunity."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNG Excavation, LLC
4.2(
37
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Trevor was great! He helped me understand what needed to be done and what he would do to get it done. He had the job done FAST!"
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Found a boulder!
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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Using the anchor Meathod to clean off the trailer
Retaining Wall Addition
Pit Drain 1

+24

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
12 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

Approved

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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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Turney Land Construction
4.0(
28
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Serving Star, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

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.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

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