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Avatar for Holmes SkidWorks
Holmes SkidWorks
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I had a sewer pipe issue in my front yard that had to be dug up and repaired and needed the pile of dirt the plumbing company left in my front yard graded and hydroseeded. I got online and we’re looking for landscapers and contractors in Davenport Iowa in the Quad cities and they responded right away and had a great price. Highly recommended!"
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Martin Dirtworks, LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Hired Martin Dirtworks to clear and remove trees, shrubs, and dirt from my property and bring in backfill. Was very professional and completed all phases of project on time and met budget. Very happy and recommend his services. Will be calling for future projects as prices are fair and great person to deal with."
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Ground Line Company, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"I highly recommend Ground Line Company for any excavation or utility prep work. I’ve partnered with them on multiple jobs, and their attention to detail is top-tier. They are precise with their depths and layouts, which is critical for electrical inspections and code compliance."
Tree Clearing
Tree Clearing
Tree Clearing
Grading
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Sancen Outside Services, LLC
4.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding service. Quick response and great work"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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S&N Construction
3.8(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very nice young man. I was disappointed that they did not put plastic down under the mulch but other than that they did a great job!!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Reliable Cutz Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great service and would recommend, they cut down a sizable tree and removed it all!"
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+40

Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Avatar for Scott's Landscapes and Lawn Care
Scott's Landscapes and Lawn Care
4.0(
30
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired him twice now to repair existing black walls and also to put in new wall. Both times I was extremely impressed with his work and he cleaned the place up like he had never been there. Would recommend to anyone."
Lineo stone grill enclosure
Lineo stone grill enclosure
Lineo stone grill enclosure
Lineo stone grill enclosure
Lineo stone grill enclosure

+84

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Eaton river rock and mulching
4.4(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cordova, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed an area leveled and some paving blocks laid. John filled in the area with dirt and laid and leveled the paving stones. I am getting too old for this heavy work. Sure appreciated his efforts."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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. 

Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.

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