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Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Holton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hobbs excavating did the exact work I asked them too! I’m very happy with the outcome and would hire them again in a heartbeat!"
Level front yard
Level front yard
Level front yard
Drainage and landscape
Level front yard

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Burton’s Junk Removal And Hauling
4.9(
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Serving Holton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had two guys come out to help with junk removal, and they did an awesome job! They arrived right on time, worked quickly, and were super professional the entire time. They handled everything carefully and made sure the area was completely clean before they left. It was such a smooth and stress-free experience. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone who needs fast, reliable junk removal service."
Roofing
Hauling junk
Hauling junk
Tear up job
Junk haul away

+6

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
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Twisted Land Services LLC
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Serving Holton, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"After several options were discussed and chosen, Chris did everything just as we described . The job was done beautifully and in a timely manner. My driveway looked brand new."
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+3

Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Sweet's Land Clearing & Forestry
5.0(
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Serving Holton, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very responsive, professional and honest. Explained the process, made sure I was happy with the completed work and even made suggestions which decreased the original estimated cost of our project. We will be using them again."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Kenneth Dietz
New to Angi

Serving Holton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Hi, my name is Riley. I’m 22 years old and working hard to build my path as a general contractor. I take pride in honest work, reliability, and doing every job the right way. My goal is to provide quality craftsmanship people can trust while continuing to grow my business through hard work and dedication.

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Brady maschino
New to Angi

Serving Holton, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m a jack of all trades. I was raised to work hard and I have experience in multiple areas. I do excavation for my full time job so I am just looking for a little extra work on the side. I have a truck and trailer so my services can expand beyond what is listed. Thank you for the opportunity!

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Logan's Lawn Maintenance
5.0(
1
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Serving Holton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Logans Lawn Maintenance islocally owned and operated serving the Madison and surrounding area. Providing the best maintenance service for both residential and commercial properties.Exceptional pricing and quality service weekly or biweekly. We take pride in always being prompt, punctual and professional with every project that we complete. Call us today to schedule your estimate.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

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. 

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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