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Avatar for Patterson Excavation, LLC
Patterson Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Work was done in a timely and professional manner. I was extremely satisfied with the result. I would hire the company again."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.6(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and Jim did an outstanding job leveling, reinforcing and and structurally improving my mother's deck. They made certain that my 90 year old mother could safely navigate outdoors on the deck which is her very favorite place to be! I am beyond satisfied with this finished Deck repair project by Mike and Jim of Tri-state Home Repair & Maintenance. They have exceeded all our expectations!"
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O.I. Landscape
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dirt and topsoil delivery went well. Im happy with the job turnout. Id recommend this company."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by47%of homeowners
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Marshall Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Most places leave trash but they did a great job of cleaning up. Very happy with rock work and shed"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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KNK EXCAVATION
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Done an excellent job, showed up and done the work professionally. I was very impressed and will use them again!"
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K&G Tree Service
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"10/10 expert treee service, very safe, clean and great work on my property"
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C Kirk Enterprises, LLC
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our home owners association was responsible for getting a structure torn down. We contacted a few places for estimates. C. Kirk enterprises returned my call and got a quote together very quickly. We used them for the project and they did a great job. Communication was excellent. They did what they agreed to do and kept us informed every step of the way. We will definitely contact C. Kirk enterprises for any and all jobs we have in the future. Thanks again!"
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+3

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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Brandon Castillo Landscaping
4.6(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Fort Thomas, 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
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Kelley Bros Utility
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Fort Thomas, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in excavation, land clearing, grading, gravel, and underground utilities.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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