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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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+34

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Superior Landscape & Maintenance
3.8(
64
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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

"This s the second time we have used Tim at Pacific Builders. He is very personable and easy to work with. He will bend over backward to make sure you are satisfied with his work. When he gives you a quote on a job he explains the variables and sticks to it. We would definitely hire him again."
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
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

"I hired Daily & Sons for all of the excavation work while building my new home and I couldn't be happier. Zach and his crew were great to work with and are very good at what they do. My property turned out amazing and I appreciate the great experience working with the entire Daily & Sons crew. I highly recommend them to all of my friends and would hire them again without hesitation."
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."
Driveway & Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Rock Delivery
Stakes and string line set, filling the foundation
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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2A Landscape
4.9(
8
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Serving Merlin, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex is very meticulous, on time and cares very much about his work. His prices are reasonable and he is efficient. I'm looking forward to having more work done by him. You won't go wrong by hiring 2A Landscape!!!"
residential full backyard install
commercial sod/tree/sprinkler install
commercial sod/tree/sprinkler install
residential backyard planting/sprinklers
residential water feature

+20

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

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