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Q: Do I need a permit for excavation?

• <div><p>In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.</p></div>

Q: How long does it generally take to prepare and clear a building site?

• <div><p>Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.</p></div>

Q: Does fire blight stay in the soil?

• <div><p>No, fire blight does not survive free in the soil but instead is carried through insects, animals, rain, or wind during the spring. Keep in mind that it can also spread on tools, which is why you should always disinfect them in between cuts. </p></div>

Q: Is it OK to dig through tree roots?

• <div><p>Tree experts don&rsquo;t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don&rsquo;t damage the tree&rsquo;s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree&rsquo;s roots.</p></div>

Q: Can I partially bury an above ground pool?

• <div><p>Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they&rsquo;re more affordable is that you don&rsquo;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.</p></div>

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Last update on April 28, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
Did a build out of workshop from unfinished poles bar to create dream man-cave as well as many smaller projects around the house avoiding us overpaying HVAC company prices to replace things easily and inexpensively repaired.
Red Beards Remodeling & Tile
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Reviewed in March 2026
Three vendors responded to my job listing on Angi, coming on the weekend to submit bids. I selected licensed and insured Branching Out Tree Services, to do the work. We communicated by text to schedule the work, which was completed within a week, with weather interruption. Three employees of...
Branching Out Tree Services
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Reviewed in September 2025
Did an excellent job, very professional and cleaned up all the debri leaving the yard looking great.
Adolfo Tree Services
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Reviewed in December 2022
I had a heavy tree branch fall onto the barn roof and it penetrated the roof in five different places. I called around and everyone was busy I eventually was able to find JB McCord and they were able to come over right away and do an assessment and give me a quote to repair the damage. They...
JB McCord Construction
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Reviewed in October 2022
Jo Lee from New Castle. Chris cleaned our basement and garage out from all trash and debris. My husband passed away two years ago and I always wondered how I would ever be able to clean out the basement and garage. I decided to sell our home. It sold within 72 hours. I was able to find...
Handy-Wise Project Solutions
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Reviewed in October 2022
This job was especially difficult due to the amount of ground water in our neighborhood. This crew tackled every aspect flawlessly. I was genuinely impressed with how well the cleanup was done after the job is complete. A big shout out from our electrician, plumber, and home inspector. They’ve...
SwainCo. Crawl Space and Basement Repair
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Reviewed in September 2022
Great! Saving up so they refinish and stain the bedrooms and install flooring in our office. Definitely would recommend.
Guardian Flooring Advancements
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Reviewed in August 2022
This was our 3rd time to use Clemens for an exterior project - gutters, windows and now a roof. This is an excellent company that pays attention to detail. The salesman, Rick Welch, came out and did a fantastic job on explaining the process of the roof installation. He inspected both the roof...
Clemens Home Solutions
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Reviewed in August 2022
Mr. Ed's Tree Service did a great job. They removed a tree, cleaned up, ground the stump, all at reasonable cost. They were prompt and professional. I will definitely use again if I need more work on trees.
Mr. Ed's Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2013
We wanted to create a more usable living space in our finished basement and the first step was to provide light and access. Mark and his crew did a great job of excavating for the new window well. They then removed approximately a 4' x 4' concrete section and installed a very nice sliding window...
Olis Construction LLC
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Land Clearing

5.0(

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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He answers the phone, calls back when says he will and shows up to work on time! He was friendly and pleasant to work with. He understood what I needed done and got right to it!"

Response time11 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Maynor Construction, LLC

4.3(

)

Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I added or made changes to the scope of work (siding). Satisfied with work, guys are great. Wish they had more availability for more work."

+41

Response time2 days

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and excellent job with reasonable prices and they explained everything that went wrong with our sewer and plumbing system issues."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate91%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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REDLINE EXCAVATION AND LANDSCAPE, LLC

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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We used Redline Excavation and Landscape to help prep our property and land for the installation of a 20 x40 metal building. Braden immediately began working to create the pad our building now sits on. It was evident he cares greatly about the work he does, and really takes customer satisfaction to heart. Our pad came together quickly, was level, and we had our building installed the same week. We cannot recommend Redline Excavation and Landscape enough! They are a small business with big heart."

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Hale's Dirty Work, LLC

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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jaron was prompt, knowledgeable and professional, while quoting a fair price. We hired him to install french drains, to keep water out of our basement and plan on hiring him for other excavation jobs as well."

+27

Response time8 hrs

Response rate93%

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Quite literally “one call doesn’t all” with Buck’s. Very clean dumpsters and pickups/drop-offs are super quick and easy. Their response time is genuinely impressive - especially when you’re in a pinch. From the first call to being on location in such a short period of time, couldn’t ask for better service from Buck’s."

Response time1 day

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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 Knightstown, 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.

Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Great overall experience. Very happy with the finished product."

14 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Silvers Concrete and Paving, LLC

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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Did a very nice job building our patio. Very easy process. Left the job site very clean."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate96%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Sweet's Land Clearing & Forestry

3.7(

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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Knightstown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

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

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by33%of homeowners

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

No, fire blight does not survive free in the soil but instead is carried through insects, animals, rain, or wind during the spring. Keep in mind that it can also spread on tools, which is why you should always disinfect them in between cuts.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

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