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Avatar for A+ Equipment Services & Excavation & A+ Junk
A+ Equipment Services & Excavation & A+ Junk
4.5(
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Serving Sylvania, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Doors and David did a wonderful job. Very professional and very friendly. Called and asked if they could come early and we were happy for them come. The removed an old refrigerator from our basement. Once again we are happy with their friendliness and did their job in a timely manner. We would hire them again any time."
Front of Home
Path From Garage
Back Yard 1
Back Yard 2
Garage Front

+6

Response time1 day
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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MR. MILLER CONCRETE LLC
4.9(
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Serving Sylvania, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Finished job very quickly and efficiently. Concrete looks beautiful. Some areas do not drain super well but most of it does. 1 or two spots on the edge have some hollowed out holes underneath"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Veteran's Home Maintenance, LLC
4.3(
91
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Serving Sylvania, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Completed difficult assembly of 6 pieces of furniture in 2 rooms. Made sure all furniture was placed where I wanted it to be. Worked a very long day and stayed until job was complete."
Ramp
32 6x6x18 ft. post set 4 foot into a 5 foot hole.
Posts set into holes before concrete
Response time1 day
388 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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TL Construction
3.6(
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Serving Sylvania, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had Ty come and rebuild our back porch after it finally caved in, amazing work! Would definitely recommend for your next project!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Westlick Landscape and Irrigation, LLC
3.9(
8
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Serving Sylvania, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was very professional, did great work in a timely manner. I would highly recommend him ."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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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.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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