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Avatar for Clifton Excavating
Clifton Excavating
4.8(
42
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tony was very prompt in coming by to take a look at the job. He was very professional and explained what needed to be done and how long it would take, They were done in just a couple of days and it turned out beautifully, i would highly recommend them to take of your project."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cooley & Company Construction, LLC
5.0(
46
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fixed our gas fireplace promptly at a reasonable price. Thankful!"
Response time4 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Holler Boyz
5.0(
34
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Actually replaced rails on porch. Look great. Was told it looks like a new house. Very happy with the work and appearance."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Goch Quality Construction, LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dylan, John and Aiden were friendly, but professional. The quote for the project was very reasonable and they finished in a timely manner. They always let me know in advance when they would arrive. Even though it was a smaller project (new steps and railings from my screened in back deck to the yard), they treated it with the same care as a larger construction. They made appropriate suggestions and answered any questions I had. I would use Goch Construction again and will recommend them to friends and neighbors."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thickett-B-Gone
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bluegrass Terrain Titans, LLC
4.9(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Punctual and very professional! They went beyond what was expected and did and absolutely fantastic job."
2020 John Deere 333g
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Unique Landscaping & Contracting, LLC
4.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Stanford, 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."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Branch Contracting
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Stanford, KY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Pride ourselves in clean and honest work. Readily available and free quotes!

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The Excavator
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Stanford, 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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

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.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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