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Avatar for Atlas Renovations LLC
Atlas Renovations LLC
5.0(
25
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Powell Butte, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Atlas Renovations is fantastic! They are so hard working and do quality work! I had them renovate my bathroom and kitchen! It was the total transformation I needed! The employees are so hard working and kind. They are willing to go the extra mile for you. I would highly recommend them for all your indoor and outdoor projects!"
New Roof, Trim, Paint, Landscaping
New sprinkler system, new sod, rock island
New irrigation, Sod, concrete patio
New concrete patio
New Kitchen, Cabinets, Back splash, countertops, light fixtures.

+66

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rimrock Property Maintenance
Rimrock Property Maintenance
4.9(
64
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Powell Butte, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan and his employees proved to be an exceptional landscaper team. Our project involved digging up old sod, backfilling with new soil, moving boulders, adding cedar chips as a topcoat, adding river rock edging to a driveway, and making two paths and a bench pad with decomposed granite. We had an initial plan, but Ryan suggested changes that greatly improved the result. The results are better than expectations. Plantings will be later. He was able to do the work sooner than expected and was very good at communicating via text. We strongly recommend Rimrock."
Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for High Ridge Excavation, LLC
High Ridge Excavation, LLC
4.8(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Powell Butte, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They contacted us immediately and got the permit very fast. It took 3 days from start to finish. I would recommend this company for any excavating needed as well as installing a new septic system. They care about doing the best work for you and it shows. Fantastic company!"
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Central Oregon Excavation, LLC
Central Oregon Excavation, LLC
4.3(
65
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Powell Butte, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"What a great find CO Excavation was! Bill and his crew were professional and friendly. They showed up on time with all the right equipment, worked diligently and quickly, did a great job, and priced their work reasonably. They removed some large pine trees, moved/placed large boulders, excavated a circle driveway, built quite a few large berms, sculpted a swale, installed drainage, and leveled our yard for landscaping."
Yard install
Yard grading and sloping
Land clearing
Driveway
Grading

+1

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC
CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Powell Butte, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With 21 years of experience, CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Driveway prep
Water and sewer install
Retaining wall build
Retaining wall build
ranch road

+12

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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