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Avatar for 2T Earth Worx LLC
2T Earth Worx LLC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed a shed put together. I’m very happy with the result! Ty, worked 10 hours straight and did an amazing job! He went above and beyond to make sure the shed was safe and sturdy.I HIGHLY RECOMMEND and plan to use again for other projects I have in mind! Great guy and family man with a fantastic work ethic! I feel blessed that I found this company."
rut repair
rut repair
rut repair
rut repair final result
hole repair

+28

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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MSC Excavation Facebook
4.5(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Estimate matched the final bill. Very personable. Great clean up. I asked them late in the day to remove the leaves that had accumulated on my roof prior to their work. They did as I asked without expectation of extra money. I did pay them extra though. One challenging limb they got creative so they didn't damage my fence. It worked!! I would definitely hire them again. Referred them to family."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
406 Excavating, LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Here at 406 Excavating, LLC, with 10 years experience in the business, we pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well as our ability to complete each project to the homeowners complete satisfaction. I handle excavating work in Columbus and the surrounding areas. Call today!

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Western Septic and Vacuum Services
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys did an excellent job in my opinion. They had to do some excavating to get down to the pipe. The complete pipe was replaced, not patched in. The septic tanked was pumped out, inspected, and an access cover was installed above the ground for future cleaning. The guy did everything to the tee that he told me he was going to do before he started. He completed the job in one day like he said he would, and he put back all the landscaping back exactly how it was to begin with. I would have Western Septic come back in a heartbeat and do any repairs that I have in the future. Super nice guy, friendly, and was very reasonably priced for all the work he performed for me. 100% satisfied, that's for sure."
Septic Tank Project
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TCH Builders & Remodeling
4.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

If you dream it, we can build it. What's the biggest difference between us and them? We build to last! We offer a full line of Green and Energy Star Certified products, backed by our labor and manufacturer's lifetime transferable warranties. Credit Cards Welcome Financing Available OAC.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Textbook Construction, LLC
4.2(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I 1000% recommend Textbook Construction. They are super affordable, professional, quality work. They communicated well and kept me updated with everything. They were more than willing to make sure we were completely happy with their work. I was throughly impressed with their knowledge and expertise. Justin, the owner, was friendly and explained everything. I asked for cards so I can recommend them to my neighbors! Textbook Construction definitely went above and beyond. Thank you"
Composite Deck
Composite Deck
Composite Deck
Composite Deck
Composite Deck

+6

Response time3 days
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G5 LAND COMPANY LLC
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Grubbed old dying trees and graded native top soil in a borrow pit area that was used fill in a meadow on the property that has eroded pretty seriously over the passed few years and graded out the top soil so I could have native trees and grass planted. Excavated a pond and placed excess rocks/bolders and shrubs in the pond to build a natural habitat. Turned out better then I could’ve ever imagined and 100% recommend this company for any future improvements you are considering."
Water Management
Water Management
Water Management
Water Management
Water Management

+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
JSR Excavation
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Columbus, MT and surrounding areas

I am a hard working young man capable of completing your new or existing projects, I have 10 years of experience in excavation including water and sewer installations including septic systems ranging from pressure dosing to gravity feed, repairs to existing systems running new lines I offer trenching for all utilities including power, gas, communications etc, I also offer demolition services, site grading , land clearing , road maintenance and more!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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.

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’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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