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Avatar for Hobbs Excavating
Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
8
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hobbs excavating was very professional and thorough with the work. They did a great job on cleanup and worked efficiently. I highly recommend Hobbs Excavating."
Level front yard
Level front yard
Level front yard
Drainage and landscape
Level front yard

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SIMPSON'S EXCAVATING
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simpsons is the quickest answer I had on how to fix my basement leak. Ronnie came out assessed my situation told me the best plan. When he told me he was gonna be there he was there on the second he said. Great appreciation of his customer service if he had to come in to the house for anything would take his muddy boots off and come in with clean set or plastic wrap coverings 10 out of 10 recommend"
Rebuilding pool deck and releveling the ground for the pool
Retaining wall rebuild
Final grade work
French drains
Demolition on garage

+55

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ALCHEMY EXCAVATION, LLC
4.9(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alchemy Excavation did an awesome grading and brush clearing job!"
Lakeside Gravel Driveway
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Mulryan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired Mulryan Excavating to regrade and slope out back yard. We were unable to mow and maintain the yard because it was nothing but big ruts and overgrown brush. They came with their equipment and completely regraded everything and made it manageable."
Back yard restoration
Pond restoration
Pond restoration
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maynor Construction, LLC
4.3(
38
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Monrovia, 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."
Sunroom 2
Sunroom 1
Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

+41

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Craig EarthWorks
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I needed some land cleared for a driveway and a pad for a new gazebo. Cole was very respectful, honest, and hardworking! I would recommend to others"
Driveway
Swale
Swale
Grade and Slope
Grade and Slope

+1

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Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.7(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthonyâ s Lawn Care service was prompt and friendly. I would hire again!"
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+1

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
101 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Miller Land Management
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very efficient. Communicated well about schedule. Came when he said he would. Went the extra mile to remove some excess dirt. Very positive experience. Reasonable price."
SMITH PROJECT
SMITH PROJECT
WOOLLEN DRIVE
WOOLLEN DRIVE
PARKING PAD PREP

+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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M & C Excavating and Construction
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monrovia, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was done well and in a timely manner. Cleaned up nicely when Job was completed."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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