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Avatar for Roto-Rooter of Southern Oregon
Roto-Rooter of Southern Oregon
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good work and good ol' Medford boys"
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+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Superior Landscape & Maintenance
3.8(
64
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The crew were very courteous and hard working. They wanted to make sure I was happy with the design and end product. Chris knew all the plants, having a nursery background, and James designed the water feature. I couldnâ t be happier with how it all turned out, and everyone that comes to my home says it looks like a park. Even the owner of the company says itâ s the best yard space theyâ ve done. Outstanding!"
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pacific Builders Tim Hogue
3.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From a picture and plans to a dream come true. Thank You Pacific builders!! It was a pleasure knowing all of you. A special thank you to Travis the tile guy his work is awsome, also Christine at Stone Lab had the counter top i had been looking for she is a very nice Lady to work with and her installers Jeff and crew are great guys thank you all ;-)"
Coustom base board
Dewitt's project
Dewitt's project
Dewitt's project
stone fire place

+42

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Avatar for Blankenship Industries, LLC
Blankenship Industries, LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great, friendly guy. Driveway project done quickly and under budget. Highly recommend!"
Back Slope Contouring
Back Slope Contouring
Back Slope Contouring
Back Slope Contouring
Trail Construction

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TNT Excavation LLC
4.9(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"They prompted and communication was excellent. You canâ t net a deal anywhere else."
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24x24 garage slab
24x24 garage slab
dump truck and excavator
dump truck and excavator

+6

Response time40 mins
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Outer Limits Construction
4.3(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My husband and I are first timers on house building. Chirs, Brian, and Shayne were amazing at their jobs. I can't say enough good things about the job they did for us. The property was a blank slate. Nothing had been done to it. WIthin 2 days the trees were down and gone on a 78 x 150 lot. Next came the stump removal and grinding. More machinery was brought in to clear up the floor of the house pad and begin bringing in rock. They put in a 20 ' culvert and 30 ft long driveway. All the while being respectful of the trees we wanted left standing. Great people. Great job. For all of the work they did I thought their bid was fair. Thank you again Outer Limits! L & W"
Driveway Entrance
Completed rock driveway
Driveway
Greenhouse pad
House pad location

+16

Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Southern Oregon Yard & Garden Care, LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were knowledgeable, quick and clean I?m truly impressed!"
Tree removal
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Spence Construction - Home Facebook
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly and efficient. Easy to work with. Work turned out beautiful! We are very pleased! We will definitely be hiring again for any future renovations! Thank you Wyatt for making our home beautiful!"
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+8

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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