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Avatar for Maynor Construction, LLC
Maynor Construction, LLC
4.3(
38
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Danville, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I rarely, if ever give 5 star reviews. But, I DO recommend Maynor Construction (MC)! But, 5 = perfection, and nothing is perfect : ) I hired MC for cement siding and sunroom addition project, beginning in June of 22, ending Sep, 22. I will review the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. But, this doesn't cover everything, because Home Advisor only allows so many characters. Finally, this was my first (major) home improvement project and likely the largest investment I will ever make in my home. The Good - Maynor (owner) is a very knowledgeable and a skilled builder, with many years of experience. I appreciated that he was actually on site many days, not only supervising, but also working along side his team. - The administrative staff was magnificent. Responsive, knowledgeable, friendly, and available. Having the right people in the front office can make or break a business. Hire the right people to manage the office and it will pay dividends toward the success of your company...in my humble opinion. - I had fiber cement siding installed on my home, and a sunroom that replaced an old, broken-down outdoor breezeway. This was no easy project and teams of highly-skilled workers were at my home daily, typically from before 8am until nearly sundown - and even partially on Saturdays. We were blessed with very little rain through the 3 months, which accelerated the work. Maynor's team worked very hard, moved efficiently, and maintained a great level of skill throughout the process. The Bad - For the most part, none of my utilities were affected all that much. Utility boxes were moved away at the beginning, were moved back at the end, and worked just fine. I also had a lot of electrical added and moved throughout the project, but alterations and small inconveniences were to be expected. However, there was a problem when it came to Maynor's (unintended) disruption of my ATT Fiber. While there was no cutting of that fiber, the siding was installed over the fiber and it shut down my internet. Maynor's workers claimed innocence, but it was clearly something for which they were likely responsible. The fiber cable box was moved back into place, and when I got home the internet wasn't working any longer. This required ATT to come out and reinstall the fiber cable and box that came into my house from the outside. - Kitchen flooring fix. I have a very small special strip of (tiled) kitchen flooring that had to be removed during the remodel because I wanted a small portion of a wall removed. Years ago, this strip was created with very cool, colored, (intentionally) broken glass tiles. But, sadly those tiles are no longer available. Happily, I found some of the original kitchen tile that Maynor could break-up into pieces and install into the strip. I approved a change order for Maynor to fill-in that strip of flooring, which required some pretty major cutting of the floor and sub floor. However, they cut the floor crooked and at an unpleasing angle. And, while it is not terrible, it is very noticeable to me and I wish Maynor had done a better to cut the area straighter. I can live with it, but someday I will need to replace the entire kitchen floor to maintain the professional look. The Ugly - While I live in a populated area, with restaurants, a gas station, hotels, etc... workers, laboring in extremely hot summer conditions, even with lots of shade, require lots of hydration. Those fluids need to go somewhere! Unfortunately, there were at least two instances (likely more), I personally witnessed workers finding their own ways to relieve themselves - not inside my home, nor at the gas station just next door. I complained to Maynor and they promptly brought in, at their expense, a Porta Potty, which would remain for the duration of the project. But, I had to ask them to include and only after I discovered what was happening on my property. Ove..."
Sunroom 2
Sunroom 1
Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

+41

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Miller Land Management
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Danville, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a drainage issue in an area that was seeping in to our pole barn, which is a small and narrow area. Mitchell came and advised us on a solution which included grading a two vehicle parking area as well as the area beside the barn. Mitchell was very accommodating with working within our budget. He was so very friendly and professional the whole job. We are very satisfied with the outcome of his services. Would definately hire him again and guarantee you will not be disappointed when hire him for your project. Thank you Mitchell."
SMITH PROJECT
SMITH PROJECT
WOOLLEN DRIVE
WOOLLEN DRIVE
PARKING PAD PREP

+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ranger Landscaping
Ranger Landscaping
5.0(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Danville, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eric and his team were very polite and did a fabulous job regrading, and seeding my yard. They had to pull out a portion of my fence and a post in order to get their equipment in to the back yard. They did not charge me for the extra labor and materials to re-set the post. Ranger Excavating is an A+ in my book. I would highly recommend them"
Response time4 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Grind Line Services
Grind Line Services
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Danville, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cole added gravel and regraded our driveway back to a smooth surface without all of the potholes, he was very professional, awesome prices, and got the job done in a timely matter. He will always be my choice when needing anything done to my property from here on out"
Drive way regrade
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Murrain Excavating, Inc
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Danville, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I own and operate a second generation family owned excavating company that my father started in 1964. I have been doing work mainly in Hendricks County for the last 30 years. I specialize in storm drainage, drainage tile, tree and brush clearing, driveway grading and stoning, yard rough and finish grading.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Me and My Diddy Lawn Care LLC
3.7(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Danville, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were great. Prompt on the morning they were to arrive and they were double checking thru the whole job to be sure we were on the same page. There was a small problem with the blocks for the border around the flower bed but Paul called me from the store and sent me a few pics of a different one which I actually like much better than what we originally chose. Finished job looks awesome!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

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