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J.R.’s Dirt Work LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Berlin Township, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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JR'S DIRT WORK LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our \nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, \nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service \nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of \nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. \nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their \nconcerns the basis of our business.

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Artix junk removal
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Berlin Township, MI and surrounding areas

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Need junk gone fast? Artix Junk Removal makes it simple.\nWe haul away almost anything — furniture, appliances, mattresses, construction debris, garage cleanouts, yard waste, and more. No job is too big or too small. Just point to what you want gone and we’ll do the rest.\nWhy choose Artix?\nSame-day & next-day service available\nUpfront, honest pricing\nWe do all the heavy lifting and loading\nEco-friendly disposal (we recycle and donate whenever possible)\nFully insured and reliable local team\nLoad Pricing\n¼ Load …… $175\n½ Load …… $265\n¾ Load …… $345\nFull Load … $425\nIndividual Item Pickups\nMattress or box spring …… $65 each\nWasher, dryer or oven …… $75 each\nRefrigerator ……………… $95\nStandard couch …………… $105\nSectional ………………… $145\nDump Fee: $50 \nText a photo of your junk for a free quote: 425-247-6946\nServing Detroit, Sterling Heights, Warren, and surrounding areas.\nArtix Junk Removal — we clear the clutter

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

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.

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.

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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