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Avatar for Martin Dirtworks, LLC
Martin Dirtworks, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Winnebago, 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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Jose's Lawn Care & Landscape Service
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Winnebago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jose and his team are people of integrity. Twice he showed up at my house at the exact time he said he would be there. He did what he said he would do at an affordable and reasonable price. His work was top rate and I would recommend him to anybody."
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+22

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Willowbrook Drainage & Excavation
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Winnebago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Willowbrook Drainage & Excavation we pride ourselves on being the best home improvement company in the Kent area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!\n

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J&t junk removal
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Winnebago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

Love to offer my services! Skidloader work , land clearing , demolition, brush hoging, metal removal, old junk cars , truck , trailers, wood removal, Field mowing , no job is to big or to small ..I will work with you on pricing to make it most affordable for my customers because they come first !!! Eight one five ,five zero three ,seven four three seven

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General Pro Landscaping, LLC
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Winnebago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Alex is very professional. They were on time and did everything that was quoted."
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+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MIKE SPOHR BUILDERS
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Winnebago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He personally walked the roof to look for details
Suggested materials that exceeded our expectation
Worked professionally and cleaned up each day
Removed all nails and debris
He has come back 3 time since the job to ensure all has sealed and check for any loose shingles after wind storms"
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

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. 

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