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Avatar for McDowell Excavating, LLC
McDowell Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+2 more

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes, very friendly and efficient."
Excavator
Snow removal
Snow removal
Snow removal
Driveway reclaiming

+2

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Whitetail Loggers, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I've spent my whole life in construction and in the agricultural industry. This is what we love to do and what we are good at.

Land clearing
Debris removal
Removal equipment
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JJM Services, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"JJM Services did an outstanding job repairing my yard from tire tracks, JJM Services has outstanding customer service, and are reasonably priced."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
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Reeter Excavating, LLC.
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John with Reeter Excavating did a great job. He did have to change his arrival time but not by much. He kept me updated and arrived when expected. He got right to work and completed the job in a timely and professional manner. I would highly recomend him and would use again for future needs"
Reeter Excavating
Reeter Excavating
Reeter Excavating
Reeter Excavating
Reeter Excavating

+1

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RICHARDSONS CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They were very nice and made sure to explain everything in detail whenever I asked multiple questions on what was going on they gave me great reassurance that they were very knowledgeable in what they do."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McCullough Construction
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Jack to install over 1,500 feet of gravel road and to clear several acres of heavy brush on our property. His work is excellent and his pricing is very fair and reasonable. I am very satisfied."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+1

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tabletop Dirt Co. LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"This guy does great work! Heck of an operator"
After
After
After
After
Before

+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MP and Sons Dirt Work - Home Facebook
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MP and Sons provided us top notch service! We were amazed at how quickly they were able to come to our house and how hard they worked to provide just what we needed."
Digging
After Dark
One side
Long View
Other side

+19

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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 cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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