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

Serving Olive Hill, 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.

Reality Renovations, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Olive Hill, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade with 50 plus years of experience! We will always do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call us anytime!

Response time2 hrs
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Poor Boy's Contracting
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Olive Hill, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Full house makeover
Full house makeover
Full house makeover
Full house makeover
Full house makeover

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BSP Corp
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Olive Hill, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

BSP Corp (operating as Sheperd Co) is a locally owned and operated company providing dependable, straightforward service to homeowners, contractors, and businesses throughout the area. We offer dump trailer rentals, junk and debris removal, tree removal, excavation, hauling, property cleanup, and other construction-related services. \nWhether you need a trailer for a weekend project, a property cleaned up, a tree removed, or help tackling your next project, we're ready to help. \nWe take pride in working hard, treating people fairly, and providing reliable service you can count on. No job is too simple to ask about—reach out to BSP Corp and let's see how we can help.

Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

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Pro Performance Industrial, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Olive Hill, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Pro Performance Industrial crew were very conscientious, considerate, and professional during the entire remodel. They fixed problems that came up to ensure the entire kitchen was running without flaw by the time they were finished. They worked with me to get the appliances I wanted, even going out of their way to ensure I was satisfied. Everything was up front, and there were no hidden fees or catches. I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to anyone who asks."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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. 

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.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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