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Last update on July 23, 2026

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J&H Excavating, LLC
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Serving Chillicothe, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Customers say: True professional

"Everything went great! Professional team, great knowledge, easy to work with, explained what happening and why. Work looked great afterwards and driveway functioning better than expected after recent heavy rains."
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The Sunshine Scenery Landscaping & Lawncare
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Serving Chillicothe, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Offers commercial services

"They did the job professionally and on time as promised. They were receptive to any concerns I had and checked back with me a week later to make sure everything was still looking"
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TC Lawncare & Landworks
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Serving Chillicothe, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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Credit card accepted

"I had an approximately 700' trench dug for utilities to my property and a drivewway cut in with limestone. I was pleased that this company was able to handle both. Exceptional service, very friendly and reliable, very reasonable on price for the work that was done. Great work! Will definitely use again!"
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LS EXCAVATING & CONSTRUCTION LLC
New to Angi

Serving Chillicothe, OH and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At LS Excavating & Construction , we provide reliable excavation and site preparation services throughout Southern Ohio. As a locally owned and operated company, we take pride in delivering quality workmanship, dependable service, and attention to detail on every project. From residential grading and land clearing to trenching, drainage solutions, and foundation excavation, our experienced team is committed to getting the job done safely, efficiently, and on schedule. No matter the size of the project, we work hard to help our customers build on a solid foundation.

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Next Level Cleanup Services
New to Angi

Serving Chillicothe, OH and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Next Level Cleanup Services is a Columbus based company that provides a broad variety of services such as Lawn mowing,Junk/Yard waste removal, Pressure washing of small areas (such as garbage bins, decks, patios, driveways etc.) and more!

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Byler's Landscaping
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Serving Chillicothe, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Response rate88%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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. 

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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