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Avatar for MD Excavating
MD Excavating
5.0(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They fixed someone else’s problem and created a safe ground to walk on They went above and beyond to fix the problem from another contractor"
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+50

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Carreon Construction, LLC
4.7(
179
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They did a great job building a concrete patio pad and steel cover. Would and will hore them to do future work for me. Also at a descent price too."
Response time3 days
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Casa De Avila Builders, LLC
4.6(
21
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gil Avila was very detail orientated and gave me options all we had to do was pick the right one. No pressure, no worries and no headaches awesome. Thank you! So much! CASA DE AVILA BUILDERS! I absolutely LOVE my Stamped driveway. Will highly recommend to friends and family."
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large pavers
Ashler slate concrete stamp
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Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Milligan Scapes
4.6(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"On time completion, hard job during winter months. But they got it done. Cleanup and fine details were done after project was nearly finished. The owner always checked on the Foreman for any issues. My Moms house next!!!"
Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Desert Sky Construction, LLC
4.9(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kevin, Johnathan, and Miguel are extremely kind, reliable, and professional, and the leaf clean up they did in my yard was impeccable. They were on time, diligent, and detail oriented. My new go-to local company for landscaping and cleanup."
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Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Gomez Excavating & Construction, LLC
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Received a call right away, they were very friendly and knowledgeable about what we needed done. We awarded the project to them and they completed it before the deadline and did a great job!!"
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+12

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A&E CONSTRUCTION LLC
4.3(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Last spring, when the forest service cleared our land, we noticed the side of our mountain had been eroding over the years. So much so that the porch was sinking. After 5 contractors came to check it out, devised a plan, and then deserted the project, A and E Construction saved the day! Mr. Alan Garcia and his team were highly professional and dependable. A and E built a multi-layered railroad tie retaining wall for support that also improved the aesthetics of our home. Mr. Garcia worked with our vision and made it happen. Many thanks to A and E!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wright flow plumbing
4.8(
17
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Wright Flow saved me thousands of dollars when multiple local big time companies wanted to over charge me and wanted me to replace thee entire unit with a long time frame for fix. Wright Flow came in, analyzed and fixed the issue less than a couple of hours compared to days/weeks on top of a low cost compared to other companies. Wright Flow knows the job at hand and does so with integrity. I would recommend Wright Flow if need be for others seeking the best customer service and reliability out there."
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+29

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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South Mountain Industrial Services, LLC
5.0(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys were great. Had the old mobile home demolished and ground cleaned up in 3 days"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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K & G Excavating, LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

To determine whether your homeowners' insurance will cover crawl space repair, consider the cause of the issue. Repair may be covered if the problems were caused by an event that the insurance covers, such as vandalism or a windstorm. However, companies won't cover the repair if the issues are caused by neglect or wear and tear.

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