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Avatar for Eric's Quality Building, Inc.
Eric's Quality Building, Inc.
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Mill City, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had a retaining wall done? Eric was great in keeping me informed of all steps up to the very end and was easy to work with. His team did an outstanding job and the wall looks great. It is nice to have a company that shows pride in its work and cares about the customer. I highly recommend them."
 grape arbor done with rough cut material
New Deck
Stair and Fence
Portland ADU (framing siding roofing)
  grape arbor done with rough cut material

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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Mid Valley Excavation, LLC
Mid Valley Excavation, LLC
4.9(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Mill City, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Mid-Valley Excavation was an excellent experience. They took the time to come out and give a thorough bid inspection. They spent a good amount of time talking to us, listening to our wishes and needs and discussing project scope and requirements. They delivered a bid quickly and they were very responsive to follow-up questions and concerns. Their work is great, the end result was above and beyond my expectations. They were quick, efficient, and work with an attention to detail. It was a pleasure working with them. I would hire them again for future projects."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for MG Landscape & Construction
MG Landscape & Construction
4.4(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mill City, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick response with a bid. Showed up when promised and were very professional and courteous. Driveway and patio pressure washed and sealed to look like new. We couldn’t be happier with result. Would definitely hire Roli and team again."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

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.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

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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