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Avatar for Homeland Excavating
Homeland Excavating
5.0(
38
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Albany, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work. They accomplished what we needed, giving advise where expertise was required and solved some tricky issues. They worked to our schedule needs and responded to minor and major changes quickly and fairly. We look forward to future projects as they come up."
step foundation dig out
step foundation dig out
dig out
dig out
dig out

+22

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Green Yard Landscape & Outdoor Construction, LLC
Green Yard Landscape & Outdoor Construction, LLC
4.5(
78
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Albany, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Welcome to Green Yard Landscape & Outdoor Construction LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. With over 20 years experience, we have all the tools necessary to get the job done right the first time. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Holmes Concrete & Excavation LLC
Holmes Concrete & Excavation LLC
5.0(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Albany, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had James come out to help clear an absolute mountain of overgrown blackberries in our yard, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, he was so kind, approachable, and an absolute pleasure to work with. His pricing was incredibly fair and transparent, and he didn't just meet our expectations—he went completely above and beyond with the quality of his work, turning a massive headache of a project into a clean, manageable space. We feel so lucky to have found him. We will definitely be reaching back out to him for future projects and are already recommending him to all our friends and family. If you need excavation or yard work done, James is your guy!!"
BLACK ITALIAN SLATE
BLACK ITALIAN SLATE
BROOMED PATIO
OVERALL VIEW
FRONT WALKWAY

+8

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JA Holland Construction, LLC
JA Holland Construction, LLC
4.8(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Albany, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The project was sixty feet of city sidewalk plus a fourteen by fourteen driveway approach along a narrow, high-traffic street. Thomas did all the permitting, traffic-detour, and old-concrete removal work. His pour-crew was well-coordinated, professional, and on-time. The resulting sidewalk with approach concrete was excellent, some of the best I've seen. Plus. JAHolland was the lower of the two bids by several hundred dollars. The worksite was in front of 945 5th St NE in Salem if you want to come take a look."
Se. Salem driveway
Block retaining wall
Block retaining wall
Block retaining wall drivway
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Valley Pacific Construction INC
Valley Pacific Construction INC
4.6(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Albany, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1972

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Daniel was awesome to work with. He came out and provided a solid estimate in a timely fashion. We had an unexpected sprinkler line that was in the middle of our excavation area and he took care of that. He also provided the materials for a retaining wall that we hadn't initially planned for, and he added that to the project scope without issue. I will definitely reach out to Daniel if we have another project like this one."
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underground
tree falling
storm
detention system

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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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.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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