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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 Owenton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

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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leech bed

+68

Response time2 days
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Absolute Excavation and Construction
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Owenton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did an amazing job getting our site leveled and prepared for our home and garage. I would very highly recommend them to anyone needing excavation work done."
Response time50 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EARTHWORX LAND MANAGEMENT
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Owenton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, very knowledgeable. Made the appointment, he arrived early and did a fantastic job. We will definitely be hiring him for further jobs."
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Snow Removal
Snow Removal

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Unique Landscaping & Contracting, LLC
4.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Owenton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle iis very professional and personanable. We are glad and grateful to have discovered him."
Front Steps
Front Steps
Decking
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Over Hang Finish

+29

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Northcutt Contracting
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Owenton, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did the project efficiently and were prompt and very knowledgeable. I am well pleased with the job they did."
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Moreland Homes, LLC
3.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Owenton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Jason and his crew did an outstanding job on our room addition (sunroom). People we know commented on Jason's excellent craftsmanship. In addition, Jason was always open to our feedback and displayed excellent customer service. We are very happy with the finished work and we would highly recommend Moreland Homes!"
Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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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 Owenton, KY and surrounding areas

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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]

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Kenneth Dietz
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Owenton, 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.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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