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MD Excavating
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Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

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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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Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Milligan Scapes
4.6(
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Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

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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
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Desert Sky Construction, LLC
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Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

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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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A&E CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

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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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gomez Excavating & Construction, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family owned business and specialize in pad site preparation for new construction projects, earthwork and heavy equipment construction.demolition experience, ranch road development, culvert installation, rock breaking for new construction homesites and new home building experience, Trucking also available.!

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+2

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wright flow plumbing
4.8(
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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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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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).

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.

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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