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Volkmann Construction, LLC
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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Customers say: Quick response

"Out-standing service. Smart guys with incredible heavy equipment skills. Got severl bids and auditions before i found Volkmann, these guys are the best in my opinion. I got lucky, thanks guys and Home Advisor."
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Response time2 days
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Wilson Land Management LLC
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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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DJ property management and excavation
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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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At DJ Property Management & Excavation, I take pride in honest work, fair pricing, and treating every property like it’s my own. Whether it’s brush hogging, land clearing, mowing, cleanup, or general property maintenance, my goal is to make your property look its best without the hassle. I believe in showing up on time, communicating clearly, and getting the job done right the first time. No shortcuts — just dependable, hardworking service you can count on.

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Lewis & Sons Excavating
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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"100% hands down best decision ever going with Lewis and son's. Nathen who is the owner is the one I spoke with and who actually done the work himself. You could definitely see the pride he took in his work and care he took with respecting my wishes when it came to the rest of the property he is definitely highley skilled and very good at what he does! To top it all off he beat every single other bid i had!!! His initial bid was a little higher but he said he would match my lowest estimate and knock 10% off omg unbelievable needles to say I couldn't believe it and it was definitely the best decisions I've ever made!!!!"
Land clearing
Basement with walkout
Excavating Project
High profile demo in the middle of town , I removed structure hauled off and put back to grade for the next building pad
Land clearing

+28

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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