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Next Gen Earthworks
5.0(
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Serving Robinson, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job! I would very highly recommend! Work was very thorough and company replied quickly. Very nice people and they don't quit until job is finished. Please contact them for your excavating needs!!"
checking grade
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Fence line mulching
Rite of way clearing
She shed

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Response time2 days
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Philpott Concrete and Excavating
4.7(
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Serving Robinson, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Overtasked - seeing residual after affects not in their favor. Not a great job"
Response time3 days
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Miller Dirtwork LLC
5.0(
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Serving Robinson, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Would highly recommend! Explained the regrading process and did beautiful work with landscape rock and planted new grass seed. Thanks for your help!"
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Holmes Dirtworks, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Robinson, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Great price, 10 out of 5!. Great customer service. They were conscious of time and material. responsible and wanted to make sure we were happy."
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P & C Top Grade
New to Angi

Serving Robinson, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

P & C Top Grade is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Stamped front walk
Response time1 day
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Spittler Excavating LLC
4.0(
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Serving Robinson, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eland's service will leave you smiling and your property looking great. I use him consistently to clear old structures on my new construction sites, and he is truly top-notch, and treats everyone with respect. If you want to get the job done in a detail-oriented and safe way, call Eland."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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.

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