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Avatar for Triple C Excavation

Triple C Excavation

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Triple C Excavation

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Jeff from Triple CCC excavation did an amazing job . He communicated well through the whole project. He did what he said and more then we were expecting. The job excellent . The speed of the project fast .the price reasonable .He will definitely be doing are future projects Bill & Dawn "

bill p on September 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Jeff from Triple CCC excavation did an amazing job . He communicated well through the whole project. He did what he said and more then we were expecting. The job excellent . The speed of the project fast .the price reasonable .He will definitely be doing are future projects Bill & Dawn "

bill p on September 2025


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Brothers in Dirt, LLC

5.00(
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Brothers in Dirt, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business. Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today. Pax.

"Yes, the job was done promptly and efficiently! Ryan took on my driveway project when someone else didn't show. He took efforts to raise the land to be on the same level as my porch, which was great! All the details, base, plastic, gravel were set, plus he suggested a side parking pad! Very easy to work with. Plus, Ryan brush hogged my pasture twice now. He is very thorough and professional! I definitely recommend!"

on November 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business. Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today. Pax.

"Yes, the job was done promptly and efficiently! Ryan took on my driveway project when someone else didn't show. He took efforts to raise the land to be on the same level as my porch, which was great! All the details, base, plastic, gravel were set, plus he suggested a side parking pad! Very easy to work with. Plus, Ryan brush hogged my pasture twice now. He is very thorough and professional! I definitely recommend!"

on November 2025


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KC CONTRACTING & CONSTRUCTION LLC

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KC CONTRACTING & CONSTRUCTION LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They built a 1600 sq ft home for me and done a fantastic job from start to finish. Attention to detail and communication was the very best. They have also done some remodel work for me on my flip houses, also installed a new roof on a different home. I would highly recommended Darrin and his crew to anyone!"

Dusty C on January 2024

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They built a 1600 sq ft home for me and done a fantastic job from start to finish. Attention to detail and communication was the very best. They have also done some remodel work for me on my flip houses, also installed a new roof on a different home. I would highly recommended Darrin and his crew to anyone!"

Dusty C on January 2024


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Dan's Well Done, LLC

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Dan's Well Done, LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dan's Well Done, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

"Needed to put some gravel down to add to our driveway. He showed up when he said he was going to and got the job done. Great job 👍"

Amanda R on April 2025

Dan's Well Done, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

"Needed to put some gravel down to add to our driveway. He showed up when he said he was going to and got the job done. Great job 👍"

Amanda R on April 2025


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Hillside Excavation

5.00(
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Hillside Excavation

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Hillside Excavation is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Hillside Excavation is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Hillside put in a retaining wall for my fire pit and pool area, hauled and spread gravel, and was able to haul the gravel for me as well. I have absolutely no complaints. Travis arrived when he said he would and completed the work on schedule. He also corrected a previous landscaping project (mine) which included correcting the fall from the house to the yard eliminating some low spots in my yard which helped with drainage. Hillside gave me a backyard I am very proud of. The quality of his work and the genuine commitment he brings to the project is refreshing. I absolutely recommend Hillside Excavating. Ronnie Hyde"

Ronald H on March 2024

Hillside Excavation is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Hillside Excavation is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Hillside put in a retaining wall for my fire pit and pool area, hauled and spread gravel, and was able to haul the gravel for me as well. I have absolutely no complaints. Travis arrived when he said he would and completed the work on schedule. He also corrected a previous landscaping project (mine) which included correcting the fall from the house to the yard eliminating some low spots in my yard which helped with drainage. Hillside gave me a backyard I am very proud of. The quality of his work and the genuine commitment he brings to the project is refreshing. I absolutely recommend Hillside Excavating. Ronnie Hyde"

Ronald H on March 2024


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Buchanan Dirtworks LLC

5.00(
3
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Buchanan Dirtworks LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Buchanan Dirtworks LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you! We now offer financing options

"Buchanan Dirtworks did a great job with my gravel driveway and trailer pad. Extremely fast response time and great attention to detail working through the site plan and patience in explaining the details. Jumped on the job within a few days of agreeing to the plan and had it knocked out by the next week with daily updates on progress. One thing I particularly appreciated was the ability to nail down a plan remotely since I wasn't able to physically be on the site. Great work overall, can't wait to work with you again! Thanks!"

Mike H on August 2025

Buchanan Dirtworks LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you! We now offer financing options

"Buchanan Dirtworks did a great job with my gravel driveway and trailer pad. Extremely fast response time and great attention to detail working through the site plan and patience in explaining the details. Jumped on the job within a few days of agreeing to the plan and had it knocked out by the next week with daily updates on progress. One thing I particularly appreciated was the ability to nail down a plan remotely since I wasn't able to physically be on the site. Great work overall, can't wait to work with you again! Thanks!"

Mike H on August 2025


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Triple C Land Services

5.00(
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Triple C Land Services

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Triple C removed 3 very large trees for me. I can’t recommend them highly enough and couldn’t be more pleased. They offered a competitive estimate, were professional, hard working, friendly, competent, and patient with my questions. Clean up was meticulous! Their work was fascinating to watch, especially for my seven-year-old grandson, who kept his nose pressed to the window. :) Thank you, Triple C! "

Brandy G on January 2026

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Triple C removed 3 very large trees for me. I can’t recommend them highly enough and couldn’t be more pleased. They offered a competitive estimate, were professional, hard working, friendly, competent, and patient with my questions. Clean up was meticulous! Their work was fascinating to watch, especially for my seven-year-old grandson, who kept his nose pressed to the window. :) Thank you, Triple C! "

Brandy G on January 2026


"It went great, they were in and out very quickly and left a great result."

Owen C on December 2024

We are a determined to get the job done efficiently as well as the correct way. We exceeded costumers expectations without exceeding the customers budget.

"It went great, they were in and out very quickly and left a great result."

Owen C on December 2024


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Petty’s Skid steer

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Petty’s Skid steer

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!


Moark Excavation LLC

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Moark Excavation LLC

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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Moark Excavation LLC is committed to offering the highest quality service with highest quality materials. Joe is committed to excellence in every aspect of his business. His distinction is the quality of service he brings to his customers. Accurate knowledge of his trade combined with ability is what makes him a true professional. Above all, he is watchful of his customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of his business.

Moark Excavation LLC is committed to offering the highest quality service with highest quality materials. Joe is committed to excellence in every aspect of his business. His distinction is the quality of service he brings to his customers. Accurate knowledge of his trade combined with ability is what makes him a true professional. Above all, he is watchful of his customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of his business.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 inches to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, your city or county may have specific ordinances that clarify the dimensions needed for the project. For instance, a water pipe may need to be 24 inches deep, but a drainage pipe may need to be 36 inches deep.

Trenches are 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the right depth for your trench will depend on the nature of your project. For example, if you’re digging a trench as part of a French drain installation, it should be 18 inches deep. An excavation professional can explain how deep your trench should be.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

The depth of a septic tank’s drain lines is between 18 and 36 inches underground. These pipes are filled with perforations and surrounded by sand, gravel, or a combination of both, as both materials help filter wastewater. While some pipes are buried closer to the surface, this can create problems unless the soil is compact and doesn’t shift much. 

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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