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Q: How wide of a hole does a trencher make?

• <div><p>Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you&rsquo;d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).</p></div>

Q: How do you calculate excavation costs?

• <div><p>Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you&rsquo;ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.</p><p>Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it&rsquo;s tedious. You may want to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-read-a-tape-measure.htm">pull out a tape measure</a> or use a string to help mark the area. </p></div>

Q: Can I DIY trenching or edging?

• <div><p>Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can&rsquo;t exactly hide an unfinished&mdash;or worse, ruined&mdash; landscaping job from the neighbors. It&rsquo;s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.</p></div>

Q: Do I need a permit for excavation?

• <div><p>In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-level-lawn.htm">yard leveling</a>. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between trenching and digging?

• <div><p>Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that&rsquo;s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth&rsquo;s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.</p></div>

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Last update on January 06, 2026

Reviewed in June 2025
I couldn't be more pleased with the service I received from Clean Girl Cleaning. From start to finish, she was professional and thorough. She arrived on time, brought all the necessary supplies, and worked efficiently to leave my home spotless. Would absolutely have Clean Girl Cleaning come...
Never Better Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in January 2024
Great guy, very knowledgeable, fast, efficient. I would definitely hire them again.
E.N.Lewis Home Improvement
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Reviewed in April 2023
Very friendly , listens to issues and did job correctly . Not an easy roof for sure . Clean up was top notch . Saved me over 2500 from closest bidder . Been 6 months , made it through winter no issues . Recommend Jason Browns Roofing to anyone needing roof work.
Jason Brown's Roofing
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Reviewed in January 2023
Matt and his crew arrived on time and were very courteous. They set up their equipment and got to work. It was a simple task for them as it was a 30-foot long gutter with a single downspout. It was installed quickly and it looks great.
Moosely Odd Jobs
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Reviewed in November 2022
very good contractor to deal with
Wallace Home Improvement
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Reviewed in September 2022
They were friendly, professional, thorough. Cleaned up after themselves and explained things as They went along. My folks are very happy with the new heat pump and have noticed improvement the same day it was installed.
Highland Heat
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Reviewed in August 2022
So satisfied with the company I chose for my move. The move was so smooth. The movers had outstanding workmanship. They did everything as promised over the and with no up charge. I would definitely recommend. My movers were vincent Dave andres and ray
Direct Relocation Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
Very professional contractor, met to look at job, offered suggestions, answered questions and provided appropriate solutions and provided an estimate. Totally satisfied with results. Job well done and much appreciated.
Wicked Good Spray Foam
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Reviewed in May 2021
Josiah was very professiona and nice. He was on time. Excellent person, i will give out his name to my friends thst need garage doors repair or a new garage door opener. Very nice young man
MyHome Garage Doors IL, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
They are diligent and professional! They are timely and they do nice clean work!
Bull Pine Construction
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