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Avatar for Burton’s Junk Removal And Hauling
Burton’s Junk Removal And Hauling
4.9(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Healthy, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We sere emptying our our basement and had a lot of large items and furniture to get rid of. They responded quickly and were very efficient in getting it all out. They were professional and very reasonable. I would highly recommend them for your moving or hauling needs."
Roofing
Hauling junk
Hauling junk
Tear up job
Junk haul away

+6

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Jacobs Plumbing and Excavating, Inc.
4.2(
50
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mount Healthy, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We contracted Jacobs to excavate around a pool install from last August; our yard was a mess with trenches and mounds of dirt/sand left behind from the pool install. He offered practical solutions and delivered as promised. He did an awesome job and we will definitely have him back for the next phase of our pool project. He was professional and pleasant to deal with and we highly recommend Jacobs Plumbing.& Excavating!"
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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O.I. Landscape
4.7(
196
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Healthy, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a new customer to this company, I was very pleased with the outcome of their work. I had weed cleaning of garden beds and mulching around the house, and pruning/trimming of 3 trees and 3 bushes. Had requested Fall and Spring clean-up and ongoing weed maintenance services. I highly recommend this company to others."
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Before and After Projects

+547

Response time2 days
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%of homeowners
Avatar for KR Construction and Remodeling, LLC
KR Construction and Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Mount Healthy, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kam did an excellent job putting up our fence. His price was great, communication was great throughout the whole process, and the finished fence looks great. Everything was handled professionally, and we’re very happy with the result. I’d definitely recommend Kam to anyone needing a fence installed."
Wood Fence Replacement
Wood Fence Replacement
Wood Fence Replacement
Wood Fence Replacement
Wood Fence Replacement

+11

Response time4 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G2 Homescapes LLC
4.8(
26
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Healthy, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional, on time and reasonable cost. Workers were polite and helpful. Great communication explaining what would be done. Listened to what we wanted and made suggestions. Very personable company. They cleaned up all the old ground cover and plants. Replaced a retaining wall and put in river rock. They created a beautiful walkway down the hill, also. Excellent job!"
Allen Block Retaining Wall
Patio and Retaining Wall
Patio, Fire pit, Retaining Wall
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

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