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KT Landworks, LLC
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Serving Gladstone, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Kurt did a great job! He was easy to work with, delivered what he promised, and finished on time. I would definitely hire him again."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WB Excavation
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Serving Gladstone, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"During the project the team came up against a few obstacles but easily offered some suggestions and made changes no problem or additional cost"
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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GradeX Construction
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Serving Gladstone, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aaron did a great job moving dirt and preparing my site. Was efficient, on time, and affordable. I will hire him again for future work."
Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Concrete By Design
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Serving Gladstone, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"Concrete by Design did a terrific job on our backyard patio extension and meandering pathway. They made good suggestions for improvements to what we planned and worked with our design requirements. Our lot had a few challenges when it came to installing additional hardscape, but those aspects did not stop them from doing a clean, professional job on our work. I highly recommend them and plan to use them again for future projects. Worth every penny we spent for a beautiful result!"
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Response time5 hrs
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Resolution Construction, LLC
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Serving Gladstone, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"As the last contractor to help restore our kitchen after damage left from a burst plumbing pipe due to freezing, we finally felt confident we were in good hands. Up to that point we had a harrowing 6 months scrambling for any contractors willing to tackle jobs needed to get to a place for the final kitchen restoration. Resolution Construction took on the job and worked with our insurance to get the best possible return value. We couldnà ¢à  à  t be more pleased with the results."
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Response time1 day
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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.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

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