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DEKON Environmental Services

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DEKON Environmental Services

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We specialize in asbestos and mold removal and testing. We have multiple Certified Professionals to handle your needs. We are an experienced environmental contractor with 15 years' experience in the Four Corners Area handling mold and asbestos issues. Our customer service is always hard to beat.

"The technician was just a pleasure to work with! He explained everything he was doing and why. This went a long in alleviating our concerns with the mold problem. I would definitely recommend this company to others with similar issues."

Sal C on December 2024

We specialize in asbestos and mold removal and testing. We have multiple Certified Professionals to handle your needs. We are an experienced environmental contractor with 15 years' experience in the Four Corners Area handling mold and asbestos issues. Our customer service is always hard to beat.

"The technician was just a pleasure to work with! He explained everything he was doing and why. This went a long in alleviating our concerns with the mold problem. I would definitely recommend this company to others with similar issues."

Sal C on December 2024


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Griego Timber Co.LLC

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Griego Timber Co.LLC

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Griego timber is a forestry company located in northern New Mexico that preforms everything from larger government thinning projects to smaller private tree and brush removal as well as wildfire mitigation. With 4 generations of knowledge in our industry we take great pride in what we do. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

Griego timber is a forestry company located in northern New Mexico that preforms everything from larger government thinning projects to smaller private tree and brush removal as well as wildfire mitigation. With 4 generations of knowledge in our industry we take great pride in what we do. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!




Jeffrey's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

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Jeffrey's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

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29 years of experience

We are a family owned business we have been in business since 1996. We have over 30 years of experience. We do new and old remodel plumbing and heating construction. We guarantee all our work.

We are a family owned business we have been in business since 1996. We have over 30 years of experience. We do new and old remodel plumbing and heating construction. We guarantee all our work.



Tumbleweed Torchcraft & Excavation

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Tumbleweed Torchcraft & Excavation

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36 years of experience

Do You Need A Septic System?? All types of Septic Systems installed. Expert in Conventional, Alternative and Aerobic Systems. Are you limited by small lot size, high ground water, or are concerned about the amount of Nitrates we are introducing into our water supplies? Our Advanced Treatment Units consistently reduce Nitrogen levels and produce clear, odorless, and high-quality effluent. Nationally Certified Septic System Inspector available for Property Transfer Inspections. Give us a call for more info.

Do You Need A Septic System?? All types of Septic Systems installed. Expert in Conventional, Alternative and Aerobic Systems. Are you limited by small lot size, high ground water, or are concerned about the amount of Nitrates we are introducing into our water supplies? Our Advanced Treatment Units consistently reduce Nitrogen levels and produce clear, odorless, and high-quality effluent. Nationally Certified Septic System Inspector available for Property Transfer Inspections. Give us a call for more info.



MSS Electric

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MSS Electric

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16 years of experience

Quality work with a level of intergrity and honesty that the customer can see, know, and appreciate. 4-5 employees. May hire sub contractors. Charges by the job or hour depending on the job. Travel/trip charges may apply.

Quality work with a level of intergrity and honesty that the customer can see, know, and appreciate. 4-5 employees. May hire sub contractors. Charges by the job or hour depending on the job. Travel/trip charges may apply.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

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.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

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