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KCHILLCO

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KCHILLCO

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Specializing in water, sewer installation. Grade work , site work, concrete flat work and decorative. Licensed and insured. 20 years of experience in the construction industry. KCHILLCO puts family first in a we do.

Specializing in water, sewer installation. Grade work , site work, concrete flat work and decorative. Licensed and insured. 20 years of experience in the construction industry. KCHILLCO puts family first in a we do.

Artisan Concrete & Demo

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Artisan Concrete & Demo

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12 years of experience

Talent, confidence, and determination are key to our success. Our talent is to either translate and create or elaborate and enunciate your concept or design. Confidence facilitates from initial confrontation and until final completion of the task at hand; and that would be the soul we put into conceptual design. Our determination for practical innovation and conceptually sound design furthers our ability with Technology.

Talent, confidence, and determination are key to our success. Our talent is to either translate and create or elaborate and enunciate your concept or design. Confidence facilitates from initial confrontation and until final completion of the task at hand; and that would be the soul we put into conceptual design. Our determination for practical innovation and conceptually sound design furthers our ability with Technology.

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Red River Enterprises LLC

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Red River Enterprises LLC

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14 years of experience

Red River Enterprises LLC has a proven record of excellence in designing and managing several building and concrete construction projects in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. No matter the size of your project, our experienced professionals at Red River Enterprises LLC will plan, design, construct, and maintain your project on time and on budget. You'll Be Glad You Chose Us Effective planning is crucial to the successful completion of any project. Before starting any project, our team of experts will first assess your goals. Then we provide you with an estimate and time-line for completion. From beginning to end you will be involved every step of the way. Cost-Effective Services Eliminate all the items on your to-do list by calling the experts at Red River Enterprises LLC. You'll be glad you did. We have many years of experience and work hard to make sure the job is done right while saving you time, money, and aggravation. We'll be there whenever you need us. Call us today to get your concrete projects underway.

Red River Enterprises LLC has a proven record of excellence in designing and managing several building and concrete construction projects in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. No matter the size of your project, our experienced professionals at Red River Enterprises LLC will plan, design, construct, and maintain your project on time and on budget. You'll Be Glad You Chose Us Effective planning is crucial to the successful completion of any project. Before starting any project, our team of experts will first assess your goals. Then we provide you with an estimate and time-line for completion. From beginning to end you will be involved every step of the way. Cost-Effective Services Eliminate all the items on your to-do list by calling the experts at Red River Enterprises LLC. You'll be glad you did. We have many years of experience and work hard to make sure the job is done right while saving you time, money, and aggravation. We'll be there whenever you need us. Call us today to get your concrete projects underway.

Panther Construction LLC.

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Panther Construction LLC.

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14 years of experience

Panther construction was Established in 2011. Although we are a newer company, our members and employees come with a large and vast history of experience In residential construction. Not only do we strive to complete top quality work, but we push to keep costs down for the customer. We hope to acquire your buisness, and look forward to hearing from you soon.

Panther construction was Established in 2011. Although we are a newer company, our members and employees come with a large and vast history of experience In residential construction. Not only do we strive to complete top quality work, but we push to keep costs down for the customer. We hope to acquire your buisness, and look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Trenching is not the same as boring. Boring uses a drill to make a tunnel for underground utilities, but trenching involves digging with an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. Boring is more precise and expensive, and it’s best for installing utilities underneath buildings, roads, and bodies of water. Trenching is simpler but can cause more disruption to landscaping and ecosystems.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

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