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Avatar for K&K Excavating LLC
K&K Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Belleville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great work, easy going, on time work"
Pond expansion
rip rap on banks
final grade on dam
completed rock pad
backfill and driveway

+13

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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UTRERA LANDSCAPING LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Belleville, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

UTRERA LANDSCAPING is a family-owned and operated landscaping, hardscaping, and concrete company dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces with craftsmanship, care, and commitment. With deep roots in our community, we bring decades of hands-on experience and a personal touch to every project whether itÂ’s designing a lush, functional landscape, installing beautiful and durable hardscape features, or pouring high-quality concrete that stands the test of time. We specialize in a full range of residential and commercial services, including landscape design and maintenance, paver patios and walkways, retaining walls, driveways, decorative concrete, stamped concrete, and more.

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Pfeil Landscaping, Inc.
3.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Belleville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up on time, returned all calls, answered all questions, went above and beyond when working on my French drain. Would definitely hire again."
before of retaining wall
before looking towards the south
Pavers4x8 Color: Bethany Ledge Herringbone Pattern
Close up of boarder and pattern color: Timberwood
before

+22

Response time10 hrs
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HE Outdoor Solution
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Belleville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at company, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time1 hour
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Allen Pace
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Belleville, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very reliable, friendly and quality work!"
Response time3 hrs
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Cherokee Outdoors
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Belleville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Tyler is very easy to deal with and goes above and beyond expectations!!!"
Response time2 days
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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.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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