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PB Land Management LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"PB came out to my property and removed trees that were next to my dog pens that had to be cut carefully to ensure none of my pens were damaged. They were timely, showed up when they said would be there and left a clean work area when finished. Will definitely be calling again in the future."
Response time10 hrs
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Shaw's Dirt Work LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Veteran, family owned a operated landscape and dirt services company. We starve to provide a quality and affordable service. We strive to leave every jobsite with happy customers we will do what we can to work with any budget big or small! Never the less we will only do the job one way, the right way!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Cornerstone Dirt Construction
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

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I started Cornerstone Dirt Construction in 2013 after working in the dirt construction business for almost eight years running dozers, excavators, motor graders, skid steers, and hauling rock. At Cornerstone I strive to bring integrity, precision, and reliability to every project no matter how big or small. Let Cornerstone Dirt Construction take on your next project with Christian values and family first peace of mind

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Lakeside Construction, LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff and his entire team knocked out our large back patio in no time. The completed work is best in class. If you are looking for a trustworthy company to do some dirt work or concrete work, look no further because Lakeside Construction is the best."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
C & C Construction and Floor Covering
3.9(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Totally satisifed with the project. Discovered the same crew worked on a deck of a member of the church I attend. Talked to him, and he was also totally satisfied with his project. Although there were weather issues, we worked through that and the deck turned out more than expected. I have and will continue to recomend this contractor to anyone who is in search of a general contractor. I had a couple of small projects that need done other than this main one, and they accomidated me with no issues. Hard workers, cared about the finished project as much as I did. Thank you."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Wagner Demolition & Dirt Works, LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Wagner Dirtworks is very knowledgeable in their specific field of work! It was great to have them out and build a fence for us. They did quick and high quality work. Would very much recommend!"
Septic and lateral dig
Septic and lateral dig
Septic and lateral dig
Septic and lateral dig
Septic and lateral dig

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Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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.

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