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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 Carlyle, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great company to work with. Our project was completed on time and below estimate. Austin was great to work with. Our demolition and site preparation were done as expected and as quoted. The equipment was modern and equipped with modern technology all of which ensured efficiency and quality. We will hire them again."
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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Steadfast Landscaping LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carlyle, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I’ve used Stesdfast Landscaping for several projects. I’ve had overgrown landscaping cleaned up and hauled off, a multitude of stumps ground and our property and our rental property power washed. I’ve been very pleased with the time it took to get the projects started and finished. The pricing is very reasonable for everything I’ve had done. I highly recommend them!"
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AB excavation
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Carlyle, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

AB Excavation is a locally owned and operated excavation and land clearing company based in Highland, Illinois.\nWe specialize in land clearing, grading, and site preparation for residential and small commercial projects. Our work includes Fences, small lot clearing, new home site prep, demolition and haul-off, pond and water feature excavation, and culvert installation.\n\nWe take pride in doing the job right the first time, showing up when we say we will, and communicating clearly with our customers from start to finish. Whether it’s clearing property, prepping a build site, or handling drainage work, we focus on quality workmanship, efficiency, and fair pricing.\n\nWe serve Highland and the surrounding areas and work closely with homeowners, builders, and property owners to get projects completed safely and on schedule.

TNT Turnover Services
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carlyle, IL and surrounding areas

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TNT Turnover Services isn’t just remodeling spaces—we’re transforming them.\n\nWe take outdated, worn, or underperforming areas and turn them into clean, modern, high-impact spaces built to impress and made to last. From kitchens and bathrooms to full property turnovers, our work is driven by precision, quality craftsmanship, and attention to every detail.\n\nAt TNT Turnover Services, we don’t believe in shortcuts—we believe in results. We bring reliability, speed, and professionalism to every project, delivering a smooth, hassle-free experience from start to finish. On time. On budget. Done right.\n\nWhether you’re upgrading your home or preparing a property for its next chapter, we’re here to raise the standard and exceed expectations.

The Lawn Tamer LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carlyle, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

🌱 Need Your Yard Looking Its Best? Let The Lawn Tamer Handle It! 🌱\n\nHi! I’m Christopher, owner of The Lawn Tamer. With 5+ years of experience, we provide reliable, professional lawn care and landscaping at a great value.\n\n✅ Mowing & edging\n✅ Trimming & cleanups\n✅ Mulch & landscaping\n✅ Shrub & property maintenance\n✅ Free estimates\n\nWe don’t just cut grass — we tame lawns! 💪🌿\n\n📩 Message me today for a FREE estimate and let’s get your property looking its best!

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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.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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