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Avatar for D&B Outdoor Services
D&B Outdoor Services
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They went over and above to fix a major grade problem I had, very punctual and very hard working!"
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Property RX
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great customer service and attention to detail. Best part is they came in under budget."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
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Kahlig Dozing & Excavating, Inc.
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Our company is made up of just four owner operators which means the people you talk with and meet with will be the ones doing the work and will be committed to performing quality work that our business depends on.

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Modoc industries
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

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Welcome to Modoc Industries.\nAt Modoc Industries, we believe in doing things the right way—the first time. Built on hard work, experience, and integrity, we provide dependable, high-quality service while maintaining the highest safety standards on every project.\nWe know trust is earned, which is why we treat every client like family. From the first conversation to the final walkthrough, you can expect honesty, professionalism, and a commitment to exceeding expectations. Our goal is not just to complete a job, but to build lasting relationships with the people and communities we serve.\nWith years of hands-on industry experience, we take pride in quality workmanship that stands the test of time. No shortcuts, no excuses—just reliable results and attention to detail from start to finish.\nThank you for considering Modoc Industries. We look forward to earning your trust and showing you the difference experience, dedication, and quality craftsmanship can make.

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GG Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company is great! They went above and beyond to make my backyard beautiful. Landscaping around my pond and designed a new fire pit/sitting area, exactly what was needed to freshen up my outdoors! Definitely would recommend them !! They are very trustworthy, so kind and very fair prices too! Check them out for your next project, you wonâ t regret it!"
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Fire pit
Little beach
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+23

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Freeman Earthworks LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Freeman Earthworks did a great job adding our gravel pad. They were very friendly and easy to work with! Timely and professional. Would recommend to anyone needing some earthwork done!"
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trailer parking pad
shed pad
Shed pad
Camper parking pad

+7

Response time8 hrs
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Reliable Waterproofing
4.3(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"His work is really good."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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.

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