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Avatar for A+ Equipment Services & Excavation & A+ Junk
A+ Equipment Services & Excavation & A+ Junk
4.5(
209
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Waterville, 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
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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JOHNSON EXCAVATION SERVICES
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Waterville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came out to do some dirt work and went above and beyond what I wanted and expected can’t thank the owner Collin enough"
Response time8 hrs
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MR. MILLER CONCRETE LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Waterville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh and his crew from Mr. Miller Concrete did a fantastic job of removing our 20x40 inground pool. The communication was great and the entire crew was extremely nice and did all that we requested. Although the work was delayed due to weather they were excellent, and I would highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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T&J Rooter Service
4.2(
35
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Waterville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Prompt, professional, quick response and fix at reasonable price! 5*****!"
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Veteran's Home Maintenance, LLC
4.3(
91
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Waterville, 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
400 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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TL Construction
3.6(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Waterville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"First, we appreciate working with young entrepreneurs. Ty was exceptional. His quote exceeded above the others. There was no need to go back and worth.. We didn’t have the time or desire to do so with his competitors. Ty updated us each step along the way. They were polite/respectful, and punctual, They removed the pine tree, filled the hole and removed all remaining branches. We could not be happier. Finding young, reliable people can be stressful but not with Ty. We will certainly recommend him to family and friends. We understand his scope of services and will not hesitate to use him again, if needed. It’s most unfortunate I cannot upload before and after. If there’s another way, please advise."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
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Bluewater Construction Group
4.8(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Waterville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

"Incredible service, punctuality and overall, great experience."
Surround Patio
Retaining Wall
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Humm Construction
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Waterville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend very professional and knowledgeable. They showed up on time and did great work and answered all my questions and concerns.did a great job on making sure I was happy with the work before they left. Will definitely use them for further projects"
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement
6" tile replacement

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

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.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

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