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Avatar for Joe Beard and Sons Corp.
Joe Beard and Sons Corp.
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Cannelton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very professional and they did a good job!"
Ready for sand on top
Presby pipe laying on sand bed
After sand has been placed on presby pipe
Before dirt work
After placing dirt on pipe

+24

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Highline Excavation
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cannelton, IN and surrounding areas

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Hi, I'm Isaiah, owner of Highline Excavation. I provide dependable excavation services throughout Owensboro, Bowling Green, Henderson, Evansville, and the surrounding areas. Whether you need a building pad, grading/sloping, trenching, gravel driveway installation or repair, land clearing, small demolition, or junk removal, I show up on time, work hard, and treat every job like it's my own property. If you're looking for honest work, fair pricing, and someone who takes pride in doing the job right the first time, I'd love the opportunity to earn your business. Reach out for a free estimate!\n

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Steve Reynolds Trucking LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cannelton, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Steve to put in our septic, dig our electric line and dig our water line. He also made our driveway and did the prep work for where our pole barn was going to be built. Through the entire process he was helpful, answered any questions we had and completed all the work in a timely manner. We highly recommend Steve to anyone needing a project completed."
Excavation
Pipes
Bridge
Channel
Drain

+4

Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D & T Excavating
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cannelton, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Madco Excavating
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cannelton, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had the service line from our house to the septic (under the driveway) replaced as it had pulled away from the tank (which we later found was due to the original installer not doing it right). They removed the concrete, replaced the service line and replaced the concrete after. They came out quick for a quote, used a camera to inspect the line (which was nearly half of the cost of all other quotes to run a camera) and found the damaged pipe. Was put on their schedule quick (luckily they had an opening so soon) and they performed quality work. Communication was great from start to end. I can't say enough good things about this company. A+ Service"
Response time3 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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