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Avatar for Dig One Excavating, LLC
Dig One Excavating, LLC
5.0(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We got ourselves in a real problem with a driveway washing out and the area being overtaken with honeysuckle. Rob came in, developed a plan, prepared the site, schedule the material and got the job done! He worked so efficiently and the price was excellent. Rob really does great work and can be totally trusted to get the job done."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for AJB Excavation, LLC
AJB Excavation, LLC
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andrew and his crew were very professional, came out and got to work immediately. I saw immediate results before they even completed the project. Would definitely recommend him for all things excavating, drainage (french drain &, sump pit installation) and landscaping issues."
Home site development
Home site development
Home site development
Driveway build
Home site development

+23

Response time5 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.6(
60
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I dealt with Tim for the price and project details and then Jeff was the man who came out to do the job. The deck had previously been done by a guy who did not know what he was doing so Jeff power washed the entire deck and let it dry for 24 hours, then he sanded the deck and scrubbed it down with denatured alcohol to help remove any remaining paint from before. When the deck was dry, Jeff taped off everything and proceeded to edge everything before he rolled a nice thick layer of paint on the deck. We waited another 24 hours and Jeff returned to apply a nice second coat of paint on the entire deck. Tim and Jeff are very easy to work with and I will most certainly come back to them for future projects."
Remodeling - General Project
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Remodeling - General Project
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Additional Photos

+5

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Thorpe Site Solutions
Thorpe Site Solutions
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thorpe Site Solutions is hands down one of the best landscaping companies in Dayton. They completely transformed my yard with professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail. The crew showed up on time, worked hard, and made sure everything was perfect before finishing. They also did a thorough cleanup, leaving the property spotless. If you’re looking for top-quality landscaping in Dayton, I highly recommend Thorpe Site Solutions!"
Driveway Repair
Driveway Repair
Home Edition
Home Edition
Home Edition

+5

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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