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JB Excavation, LLC
4.9(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Estacada, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Justin did everything I asked and more. Several times I found him off his excavator and in the trench with a shovel making sure dirt was removed without damage to my foundation. Arrived on time and finished withing his three hour estimate. I will definatly hire him again."
various leveled rock wall with split rail fencing
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rock wall with steps seperating garden from yard
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small rock divider to separate driveway

+4

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Concrete By Design
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Estacada, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Concrete By Design was great to work with! We received an estimate quickly that was very fairly priced. We had great communication during the process. The crew on site were polite, showed up on time and he work was excellent quality and we could not be more pleased with the finished product!"
Wood stamp patio
Colored concrete stamped
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+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

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.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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