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Patterson Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Casey Patterson and his team were excellent in their work, very respectful on our property, careful in moving equipment and a great value for what they offer. They were also very flexible in working with us. I would use them again in a heartbeat."
tank
tank
tank
hill side box
leech bed

+68

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Burton’s Junk Removal And Hauling
4.9(
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had two guys come out to help with junk removal, and they did an awesome job! They arrived right on time, worked quickly, and were super professional the entire time. They handled everything carefully and made sure the area was completely clean before they left. It was such a smooth and stress-free experience. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone who needs fast, reliable junk removal service."
Roofing
Hauling junk
Hauling junk
Tear up job
Junk haul away

+6

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brandon Castillo Landscaping
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon and his crew dug a 3 foot deep 75 foot long ditch for a new water line through a heavily landscaped terrace where a mechanical ditch cutting machine could not be used. I cannot begin to describe all the ways they were thoughtful about the project and careful to preserve the existing landscape. He had to reschedule the first meeting for the job estimate because of a time conflict, but we met the next day. The following day his crew showed up and completed the project in just two day. The ditch location required cutting through hard clay. The company can apparently do many different kinds of projects besides landscaping. I will definitely hire Brandon and his crew again for other projects."
Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Precision Waterproofing & Construction
5.0(
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Serving Elsmere, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was overall very pleased with the work that was done by this company. They showed up when they said and knocked out what i thought would have been a 3 day job in a day and a half and cleaned up ALL of their mess to the point it didnt even seem like any work was done at all. I am very pleased with my crawl space encapsulation and would recommend these guys to all of my friends and family. Good quality work and a respectful group of guys. Thank you!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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