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K & M Contractors, LLP
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Minford, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Credit card accepted

"Matt and the guys at K&M contractors was quick to come and give me a quote on my wet basement. We agreed on a what products and everything we needed to get my basement dry and back to the ejoyable space."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tong's Total Site Services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Minford, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Customers say: Quick response

"It was a wonderful experience he did fantastic work he actually did more than I expected a very nice person I had full confidence in him and he did not disappoint me. I will definitely keep him in my phonebook and he will be who I call when I need more work done without a doubt or hesitation."
Regraded rear of yard
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Ohio Valley Land Clearing
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Minford, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I specialize in land clearing and minor excavation, helping property owners turn raw land into usable space. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, I handle each job efficiently and safely. From clearing brush to light excavation, I take pride in doing the job right and leaving customers with results they can rely on.

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L & M Concrete
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Minford, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

L&M Concrete is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. \nWe uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal \nresponsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we provide. We offer interior/ exterior services! Concrete, epoxy countertops, drywall, floating floors, plumbing, and much more!

Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

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