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Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Salem, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hertle Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Salem, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very happy, I had new drains installed and new gravel I'm very pleased and will recommend these guys to anyone. Very pleased from start to finish"
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Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Wes Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Salem, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Levi is the best. He did a major excavation project for us involving excavating 5+ft from the top of a hill and leveling/grading the land to prevent water from getting into new construction. This was a very stressful project and he and his crew eased our nerves. It was also amazing to just watch them work. He also moved and existing hydrant line and ran a water to my garage. He diagnosed a septic issue, put down a lot of gravel, and trenched 300ft for an internet line. Great guy to work with; pro-excavation equipment; great price, communication and quality work. Will be my go-to guy for every project. Highly recommended."
Pond Extension
Pond Extension
Pond Extension
Pond Extension
Yard Regrading

+9

Response time20 mins
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.7(
31
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Serving Salem, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony and his team were great to work with! They were extremely dependable, and they removed two ash trees that were very dangerous! I appreciated their concern and promptness in removal of these trees! Highly recommend them for all your needs! BJ Walls"
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+1

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
126 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Winks Property Solutions LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Salem, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and punctual! I had him put together a console table that had horrible instructions! He tackled it with no issues and helped me move the old table. So friendly I will definitely use again"
Winks
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Kenneth Dietz
New to Angi

Serving Salem, 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.

Accent Wall
Accent Wall
Accent Wall
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Brady maschino
New to Angi

Serving Salem, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

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!

TNT Dirtworks
New to Angi

Serving Salem, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

TNT Dirtworks provides professional excavation and dirtwork services backed by over 20 years of heavy equipment experience. We specialize in site preparation, grading, land clearing, driveways, trenching, drainage solutions, and general excavation for residential and agricultural projects. Our team is committed to quality workmanship, dependable scheduling, and honest communication from start to finish. Whether you’re preparing for new construction or improving your property, TNT Dirtworks delivers reliable results built on experience and precision.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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.

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.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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