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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.6(
60
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff and Corey accomplished all requests, despite the difficulty of old post removal despite heavy roots, rock retaining wall, poured concrete patio, and garage foundation. Both are very personable and easy to communicate with. Extremely pleased with the end result."
Remodeling - General Project
Before ☹️
Remodeling - General Project
After! !
Additional Photos

+5

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Hughes Contractors, LLC
4.8(
36
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractor was very professional and the quality was amazing. And unlike others he repaired everything to do this job right. I am so happy with the quality, I wish I had more for him to do. He will be the one I use for future projects"
Commercial Concrete
Garage Demolition
Garage Demolition
Garage Demolition
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Thorpe Site Solutions
5.0(
11
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Serving Riverside, 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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Hughes Contractors
5.0(
18
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I use Hughes contractors weekly for many different excavation and concrete projects. They always do a great job and are a pleasure to work with! Highly recommended."
Excavating Project
Backfilled, finish graded, Seeded and matting
Concrete Sidewalk & Steps
Clearing and Grubbing
Clearing and Grubbing

+49

Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Five Guys Property Maintenance
4.2(
81
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They repaired our railing, replaced a few deckboards and stained our deck and we couldn?t be more happy with how the project turned out. Highly recommend!"
Lawn Care
Huber Heights Pool Deck
Troy Remodel
Troy Exterior Remodel After
Troy Before

+15

Response time8 hrs
147 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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AJM AG LLC
4.7(
10
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Expert work using the best tools for the job. AJM confidently accessed the scope of the work providing a competitive proposal. During the entire process AJM handled tasks at hand asking me several questions along the way making certain I was satisfied with the work. Truly outstanding in everyway! I plan on hiring AJM for my next project and have already recommended him to several of my friends. 5 stars"
Cool mornings
Clean for now
Sleepy time
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DF Homes
4.8(
8
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Great experience all around. Fair pricing, quality work, and great customer service. I will definitely be using them in the future and will recommend them to anyone who needs excavation services."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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 easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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.

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.

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