Is it less expensive to dig your own pool?

• <div><p>While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-yard-leveling-cost.htm">cost of leveling your lawn for your pool</a> or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.</p></div>

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Q: How long does excavation take?

• <div><p>There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that&rsquo;s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.</p></div>

Q: Is it OK to dig through tree roots?

• <div><p>Tree experts don&rsquo;t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don&rsquo;t damage the tree&rsquo;s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree&rsquo;s roots.</p></div>

Q: Who do I call before I dig in my yard?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re planning to dig on your property, you&rsquo;ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won&rsquo;t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues. </p></div>

Q: How deep are water lines typically buried?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in April 2024
They did great work, they were very productive and got the job done in a timely manner. Will definitely hire again with another project!
D & E DirtWorx
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Reviewed in February 2023
He showed up and did everything he said and then some ,went over the top and very efficient with time
Joco services llc
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Reviewed in May 2019
It went excellent. Troy does amazing work and would definitely hire him again for my needs in Ortonville, MN. He took the time and designed the area for us and then made it look better than we even imagined.
Shores Edge Excavating
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Reviewed in March 2012
They were punctual and rather showed up early for work. Their service was good. I would use them in the future.
Wencl Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2009
Awsome, he was here on time, was very thorough in looking things over before he started anything, easy to talk to, he was very careful to not disturb the surroundings on the project.
Tony Krystosek
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Reviewed in October 2010
Everything was excellent. They had some difficulty removing the old pipe because of the way it was installed. That took about 3 hours but they did it. They did this work prior to a re-roofing project I was about to have done so the sealing on the roof surface was quite important. They did an...
Shannon's Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
He drove me to the site to check on the work. He was on a bit of the higher end for pricing but well worth it. He did great work. He was punctual, listened to me, and explained everything he had to do.
RACER CONSTRUCTION INC
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Reviewed in June 2011
Long story short. One morning I woke up to noise and the house was shaking. I went outside and found the workers were digging out the area to replace their part of the pipes. In shock, I called Tim and told him they were digging out the area now! Tim was at another job but came over to my...
Tim Thompson Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in October 2013
They found a faulty wire, pumped the tank (should have been done by previous owner) and did the repairs. Extremely good service. came out immediately. I'm impressed
GOBLE'S SEWER SVC
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Reviewed in April 2013
Came out for the estimate, very thorough, and booked on the spot. When it came time for the work to be performed, they were in and out in less than a day.
PAZ EXCAVATING INC
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Don Loken & Son Excavating & Drainage

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Shepard Excavating & Septic Service

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