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Concrete Perfection, LLC
3.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"A very professional and courteous company. Communication was superior. Ken worked tirelessly to complete the job as requested. The work was excellent and they did a great job of cleaning up after. If I ever need more concrete work I will hire Ken. Thank you Ken."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Highline Excavation
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi, I'm Isaiah, owner of Highline Excavation. I provide dependable excavation services throughout Owensboro, Bowling Green, Henderson, Evansville, and the surrounding areas. Whether you need a building pad, grading/sloping, trenching, gravel driveway installation or repair, land clearing, small demolition, or junk removal, I show up on time, work hard, and treat every job like it's my own property. If you're looking for honest work, fair pricing, and someone who takes pride in doing the job right the first time, I'd love the opportunity to earn your business. Reach out for a free estimate!\n

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Solis Landscaping
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Here at Solis Landscaping, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

Deck rebuild
Deck rebuild
Deck rebuild
Fence Rebuild
Fence Rebuild

+31

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CW Outdoor Services
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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LL Trucking and Excavation
5.0(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Cleared and leveled the pad for my garage and cut in the driveway. Hauled gravel in to finish the driveway. Great bunch of people that went above and beyond my expectations and gave me a great value for the work performed."
Response time3 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wrexit llc
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Wrex It, LLC did an outstanding job excavating and grading our future building site. Gary and his crew were professional, reliable, and paid close attention to detail. The site was graded exactly as needed, and the work was completed efficiently and on schedule. We are extremely pleased with the results and highly recommend Wrex It, LLC for any excavation or site preparation project."
Pond build
Pond build
Pond build
Pond rehab
Pond rehab

+2

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Fresh Start Lawncare & Landscaping
4.8(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The front of our house now looks so pretty! ð ¥° It is an older house and I wanted the landscaping to match. They really listened to what I wanted. Wow! They really delivered! David and his wife are such nice people. I really enjoyed working with them. Would definitely hire Fresh Start again."
Strip life
Mowing
Fertilizer treatment
Bush trimming
Bush trimming

+1

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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AVK Hauling
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I found out about this company as I was trying to move. I have a lot going on so I couldnâ  t put all my time into moving from house to house. They handle and moved everything with extensive care and very timely."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Todd Enterprises SLE MBR LLC
4.9(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Utica, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very hard workers. They went over and above my expectations. The yard work they did for me was labor intensive! I can assure if you have most any kind of yard work. you will not be sorry if you hire them! Their charge for my work was an excellently priced!"
Front Steps
Front Steps
Driveway
Driveway
Happy Clients

+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

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.

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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

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