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Riverview Renovations, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dufur, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"When you need something done call Riverview Renovations. Richard will take care of whatever you need. Awesome guy and awesome service! I highly recommend him!"
collapsed porch remodel
collapsed porch remodel
collapsed porch remodel
collapsed porch remodel
collapsed porch remodel

+175

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Simply Landscaping LLC
4.4(
7
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Serving Dufur, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When we decided to go forward with our backyard project, it was an easy decision to hire Julio’s company again. We first hired him a few years ago for a brand new sod install, new irrigation, and a garden bed in our front lawn. His team was on time, did quality work, and are friendly and honest people. Fast forward to this year, we wanted to make our backyard into usable space. It required a retaining wall, bringing in dirt to level the yard, laying gravel, and creating a fire pit to lounge at. The project also had a tight timeframe - one that I only trusted Julio with. I will hire Julio again and again and I wholeheartedly recommend him. You’ll be happy you reached out to him for your landscaping project."
Response time3 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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JBC Group Solutions Inc
4.0(
4
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Serving Dufur, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

"They did a real good job. They were real professional. We can now open the garage door from the inside of the house and now it is so smooth that we have to check to see if we hit the button to open it or close it.  Before we used to know when it was opening or closing because it used to make a noise. It helps when you move to a city where you are new. "
Custom Staircases
Custom Exterior Restoration
Custom Bathrooms
Recommended by75%of homeowners
H & H Excavation Incorporated
New to Angi

Serving Dufur, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Since 2007, H & H Excavation, Inc., has served Canby and the surrounding areas. Specializing in building site preparation and clearing and septic system installation and replace for both home owners and business owners. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Let us help you with your project, we look forward to earning your business!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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

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.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

The rules and regulations regarding groundwater use vary between states. To find out if you can dig a well on your property, you’ll have to consult these regulations, address any compliance requirements, and get the appropriate permits. It’s also important to check that your intended location has the right geology and water table to support a well.

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