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Avatar for Boulder Handyman Contracting
Boulder Handyman Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Customers say: Quick response

"Craig help us with a botch patio over hang. We hired another carpenter . The other guy totally messed up the job. Craig came in and fixed the problems. Oh and bonus, he has a great sense of humor . It made a frustrating situation fun and hassle free. I would hire him again ."
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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Superior Landscape & Maintenance
3.8(
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Serving Merlin, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Pacific Builders Tim Hogue
3.7(
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Serving Merlin, 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 ;-)"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Aquarius Landscape Design LLC
5.0(
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Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an outstanding experience working with Noah from Aquarius Landscaping Design on our home in Jacksonville. He installed and repaired our sprinkler system and completely transformed the landscaping around our property, and the results are truly incredible. Noah’s attention to detail is unlike anything we’ve seen before. Every element of the project was thoughtfully planned and executed, and he used high-quality materials throughout. The installation was clean, professional, and clearly done with pride in the work. What impressed us most was the level of craftsmanship and care he put into the entire project—from the irrigation system to the overall landscape design. Our property looks better than we ever imagined. We are extremely thankful for Noah’s work and would highly recommend Aquarius Landscaping Design to anyone looking for beautiful, high-quality landscaping done right."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
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Daily & Sons Excavation LLC
4.7(
13
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Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"When you hire a company who sets the proper expectations and delivers on them is absolutely amazing They made sure to communicate they were punctual kept us in the loop every step that they made Our driveway looks amazing Look forward to working with them for all our future excavation needs they really make you feel like you?re part of the family"
Recommended by8%of homeowners
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TK Excavation LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"TK Excavation came highly recommended to us to renovate and upgrade our gravel driveway. Jordan met with us personally, reviewed the project, gave us an estimate and based on our acceptance scheduled the work right away. We are so satisfied and based on his extra efforts the driveway was completed prior to a significant rainstorm."
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Stakes and string line set, filling the foundation
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

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.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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