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Avatar for Burton’s Junk Removal And Hauling
Burton’s Junk Removal And Hauling
4.9(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired this company to do a small tear down of an old shed, and they did a fantastic job. They was on time, worked efficiently, and cleaned up the area thoroughly afterward. Communication was clear throughout the process, and the pricing was fair. I’d definitely recommend them for any demolition or removal work!"
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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Wrexit llc
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Great work! Wrex It, LLC completed extensive grading and redlining work around our pond and dam area. GAry?s attention to detail and knowledge of proper drainage and soil management were impressive. The finished project looks amazing and the entire process was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend their services."
Pond build
Pond build
Pond build
Pond rehab
Pond rehab

+2

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Goodman's Lawn Care and Service, LLC
3.9(
15
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was the only one to respond, came out the next day, and completed within the week. He even came in under his quote. Will definitely use him again"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Kustom Kreations
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

If you’re looking for dependable excavation and hauling services in La Grange, KY, Kustom Kreations Trucking & Excavating is the team that gets it done right the first time. Since 2015, we’ve built our reputation on hard work, honest service, and results that stand the test of time.\nWith over 34 years of industry experience behind us, you can feel confident knowing your project is in capable hands. From residential excavation to light commercial work, we bring the equipment, knowledge, and commitment needed to move your project forward, safely and efficiently.

smith farm
smith farm
smith farm
smith farm
land prep

+1

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

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

The Excavator is a family owned Excavation and concrete service located in Versailles Ky. Have been in business since 1999 and are always looking for new projects and leads. We do a lot of underground electrical work as well concrete pad and flat work. We have done many kinds of utility excavation as well general skid steer and excavations services. We offer concrete cutting and removal as well as many other services. Fast pace, reliable and quality work with everything we do. Please feel free to call Nathan at 859 227 7522 or email at [email protected]

Kenneth Dietz
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Hi, my name is Riley. I’m 22 years old and working hard to build my path as a general contractor. I take pride in honest work, reliability, and doing every job the right way. My goal is to provide quality craftsmanship people can trust while continuing to grow my business through hard work and dedication.

Accent Wall
Accent Wall
Accent Wall
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brady maschino
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m a jack of all trades. I was raised to work hard and I have experience in multiple areas. I do excavation for my full time job so I am just looking for a little extra work on the side. I have a truck and trailer so my services can expand beyond what is listed. Thank you for the opportunity!

Logan's Lawn Maintenance
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Logans Lawn Maintenance islocally owned and operated serving the Madison and surrounding area. Providing the best maintenance service for both residential and commercial properties.Exceptional pricing and quality service weekly or biweekly. We take pride in always being prompt, punctual and professional with every project that we complete. Call us today to schedule your estimate.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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.

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.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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