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Last update on April 21, 2026

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Avatar for SIDENER TRUCKING & EXCAVATING LLC
SIDENER TRUCKING & EXCAVATING LLC
5.0(
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Serving Elida, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott has done work on several occasions for me and has always done a great job. Communication is excellent, has always got the jobs done quickly and has great prices! You will save time having Scott come out and get your job done for you and have great results!"
Fry/Douglas jobs
VanHorn/Andrews ditch
VanHorn/Andrews ditch
VanHorn/Andrews ditch
VanHorn/Andrews ditch

+3

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JOHNSON EXCAVATION SERVICES
5.0(
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Serving Elida, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came out to do some dirt work and went above and beyond what I wanted and expected can’t thank the owner Collin enough"
Response time8 hrs
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Bluewater Construction Group
4.8(
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Serving Elida, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

"Raj and his crew did an incredible job building our outdoor patio. He was easy to work with, highly professional, and paid close attention to every detail. The craftsmanship is truly top-notch and we couldn?t be happier with the result. Highly recommend! We?ll be using him for any future remodeling needs!"
Surround Patio
Retaining Wall
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Humm Construction
5.0(
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Serving Elida, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend very professional and knowledgeable. They showed up on time and did great work and answered all my questions and concerns.did a great job on making sure I was happy with the work before they left. Will definitely use them for further projects"
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement

+14

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Landmark Excavation and Drainage
New to Angi

Serving Elida, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n

Response time7 hrs
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Crawford Land & Lawn Co.
5.0(
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Serving Elida, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Local Farmer owned landscaping company thriving to give our clients the look they want. We have clients in Urbana, St. Paris, Bellefountain, Marysville, Springfield and surrounding areas.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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