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Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Sullivan, 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%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Gen Earthworks
5.0(
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Serving Sullivan, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job! I would very highly recommend! Work was very thorough and company replied quickly. Very nice people and they don't quit until job is finished. Please contact them for your excavating needs!!"
checking grade
After
Fence line mulching
Rite of way clearing
She shed

+20

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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K & L Excavating
5.0(
6
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Serving Sullivan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"K & L Excavating removed an inground fuel oil tank, hauled it away and filled in the hole. I was impressed with their professionalism and they left the area looking great. They had the right equipment and were cleaned up and gone in 2 hours and 45 minutes."
Landscaping Project
Stone & Gravel Project
Fencing Project
Stone & Gravel Project
Stone & Gravel Project

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Knepp Excavating
4.9(
4
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Serving Sullivan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"Myron Knepp is extremely professional and reliable. I would recommend Knepp Excavating to everyone that I know who has a need for their services. They are the best contractor for this type of work that I have ever worked with."
Excavating
Excavating
Excavating
Excavating
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Smith Excavating
5.0(
1
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Serving Sullivan, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

VETERAN OWNED! We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We offer quality workmanship at an affordable price. Install septic systems, driveways, lakes and ponds, install waterlines, culverts, demolition of any structure, lot clearing, snow removal of parking lots and driveways, and bush-hogging of any field.

My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+18

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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