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Hay Excavation
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Martin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Helton Grading, Inc.
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Martin, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

HELTON GRADING INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Double K Excavating
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Martin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Went great he should up on time and did an amazing job. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to have someone clear and work on there place. Down to earth good honest guys."
Barry Weller land clearing
Clay City demolition and land clearing
Excavating Project
Drain pipe installed London Ky
Excavating Project

+153

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C & M Excavating
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Martin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

At C & M Excavating, we take great pride in our experience, expertise and quality of customer service. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete satisfaction from start to finish of your project. Our reputation is based on service and quality, regardless of how big the project is. Call us today for your FREE estimate!\n

Witten Valley
Home Site Prep work
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Triple J Contracting
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Martin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great bunch of guys. Know their stuff and gets the job done quick and efficient. Their pricing is the best you can find!"
French Drain
French Drain
French Drain
French Drain
French Drain

+14

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Two Bearded Men, LLC
4.2(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Martin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Two Bearded Men did an amazing job! They did some major grading on my land that I thought would never be able to be leveled and at an incredibly reasonable price. They are just about the nicest people to work with and kept in constant contact with me to make sure I was satisfied with their work. I would recommend them to anyone and cannot say enough good things about them."
Leveling work
Leveling/filling
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Levelig/filling
Building a road

+10

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Briar Rock Underground and Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Martin, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He is a hard worker, very professional, and gets the job done."
Building Site Prep
Yard Drainage
Gravel Road
Land Clearing
Land Clearing

+9

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

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. 

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.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

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