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Currans Contracting

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Currans Contracting

4.20(
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Customers say: Terrific value
94 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

We are a third generation General contractor family run business. We cover all homeowner needs, business needs specializing in Concrete & excavation, we are also fully insured. You won't be disappointed when you give us a call for your home or business improvements. Thank you.

"Should be NO STARS. After agreeing to project, Currans kept delaying the starting date for 7 months. Went with another contractor. 17 Feb 2025 – Chose Currans to do the project. 24 Mar 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: "...end of April..." (no activity in April) 20 May 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “waiting for weather to clear” 1 Jun 2025 – Phillips: Asked to postpone until July, due to travel. 8 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “You all are on the schedule”. 26 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes, sir. 100%” that we are on schedule. 31 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Shooting for August 16th” 15 Aug 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes sir. You’re up next week.” 28 Aug 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes sir. Things have been hectic between your schedule and mine. I will let you know something definitive this afternoon.” Nothing heard since 28 Aug 2025"

Jim P on November 2025

We are a third generation General contractor family run business. We cover all homeowner needs, business needs specializing in Concrete & excavation, we are also fully insured. You won't be disappointed when you give us a call for your home or business improvements. Thank you.

"Should be NO STARS. After agreeing to project, Currans kept delaying the starting date for 7 months. Went with another contractor. 17 Feb 2025 – Chose Currans to do the project. 24 Mar 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: "...end of April..." (no activity in April) 20 May 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “waiting for weather to clear” 1 Jun 2025 – Phillips: Asked to postpone until July, due to travel. 8 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “You all are on the schedule”. 26 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes, sir. 100%” that we are on schedule. 31 Jul 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Shooting for August 16th” 15 Aug 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes sir. You’re up next week.” 28 Aug 2025 – Inquired and Currans replied: “Yes sir. Things have been hectic between your schedule and mine. I will let you know something definitive this afternoon.” Nothing heard since 28 Aug 2025"

Jim P on November 2025


Wilburn & Son Excavating

5.00(
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Wilburn & Son Excavating

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Wilburn & Son Excavating 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.

"Real satisfied with their work. Anytime I would call they would be there. They consistently outbid everyone. They are our first call."

Marty C on February 2021

Wilburn & Son Excavating 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.

"Real satisfied with their work. Anytime I would call they would be there. They consistently outbid everyone. They are our first call."

Marty C on February 2021


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Thickett-B-Gone

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Thickett-B-Gone

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thickett-B-Gone is a locally owned land and property clean-up service based in Columbia, Kentucky. We specialize in land clearing, tree removal, driveway repair, storm clean-up, and property prep for both residential and agricultural landowners. Our work began in storm recovery efforts, and helping people get their property back in shape is still at the heart of what we do today. We are fully insured, operate with honesty, and take pride in work done right.

"It was an excellent job."

Barbara W on October 2025

Thickett-B-Gone is a locally owned land and property clean-up service based in Columbia, Kentucky. We specialize in land clearing, tree removal, driveway repair, storm clean-up, and property prep for both residential and agricultural landowners. Our work began in storm recovery efforts, and helping people get their property back in shape is still at the heart of what we do today. We are fully insured, operate with honesty, and take pride in work done right.

"It was an excellent job."

Barbara W on October 2025


McIntosh Excavating LLC

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McIntosh Excavating LLC

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We are a small family owned and operated business dedicated to see your wants, needs, and expectations are met. We can do anything when it comes to excavation including but not limited to, Septic Tank installation Pool leveling Site leveling All grading services Digging utilities French drains Digging basements Digging footers Clearing fence rows Clean up and cleaning Hauling and spreading dirt and gravel Hauling off debris Tree root removal And so much more! Please feel free to give us a call today for a free consultation and estimate at 1-859-779-9177

We are a small family owned and operated business dedicated to see your wants, needs, and expectations are met. We can do anything when it comes to excavation including but not limited to, Septic Tank installation Pool leveling Site leveling All grading services Digging utilities French drains Digging basements Digging footers Clearing fence rows Clean up and cleaning Hauling and spreading dirt and gravel Hauling off debris Tree root removal And so much more! Please feel free to give us a call today for a free consultation and estimate at 1-859-779-9177


RYCO Land Management

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RYCO Land Management

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2 years of experience

RYCO Land Management is here to better your property. Whether its clearing land of trees and brush or adding a concrete patio for entertaining, RYCO can take care of your needs. With Profession Engineering experience on hand, there is no problem we can't tackle. Contact us today for your next property improvement.

RYCO Land Management is here to better your property. Whether its clearing land of trees and brush or adding a concrete patio for entertaining, RYCO can take care of your needs. With Profession Engineering experience on hand, there is no problem we can't tackle. Contact us today for your next property improvement.


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Blade and bucket septic

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Blade and bucket septic

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Blade and Bucket septic installs new septic systems in central KY and surrounding areas and also repairs septic system problems. We have over 20 years experience in the trade and will do our best to give you a high quality septic system at a lower price than the competitors

Blade and Bucket septic installs new septic systems in central KY and surrounding areas and also repairs septic system problems. We have over 20 years experience in the trade and will do our best to give you a high quality septic system at a lower price than the competitors


New Road Devlopment

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New Road Devlopment

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5 years of experience

New Road Development, if we don't have it, we'll get it! we are a company that strives to provide professional construction services. From roads, clearing, to clean up. licensed and insured. Offering dozer, excavator, skid steer, and dump truck.

New Road Development, if we don't have it, we'll get it! we are a company that strives to provide professional construction services. From roads, clearing, to clean up. licensed and insured. Offering dozer, excavator, skid steer, and dump truck.


C&S Excavating and Tree Removal

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C&S Excavating and Tree Removal

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We are a small business self-owned. The services we provide are as listed. Tree Removal and small dirt work such as (grading and ditches) We offer free estimates, and we are insured.

We are a small business self-owned. The services we provide are as listed. Tree Removal and small dirt work such as (grading and ditches) We offer free estimates, and we are insured.


Kel-Tech Excavation

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Kel-Tech Excavation

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Excavation company that specializes in anything dirt road and pad building trenching ditching land clearing and anything else Years of combined experience and know how Ive been in the industry for 15 years starting my own business now would be greatfull to have your business

Excavation company that specializes in anything dirt road and pad building trenching ditching land clearing and anything else Years of combined experience and know how Ive been in the industry for 15 years starting my own business now would be greatfull to have your business


Coots excavation llc

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Coots excavation llc

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Ponds, drains, Clearing, Demo, Creek restoration, Reclamation, logging, Site prep , custom Grade work, Cut and fill, Road building, Basements, parking lots. Septics, small bridges, if it has to do with dirt, I want your work! Family owned business for over 30 years.

Ponds, drains, Clearing, Demo, Creek restoration, Reclamation, logging, Site prep , custom Grade work, Cut and fill, Road building, Basements, parking lots. Septics, small bridges, if it has to do with dirt, I want your work! Family owned business for over 30 years.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

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. 

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.

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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