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Avatar for KT Landworks, LLC
KT Landworks, LLC
4.9(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Tualatin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding work, respectful and professional crew, easy to work with, very fair pricing. They did a lot of excavating and spreading of dirt & gravel, built a beautiful rock wall along with site prep for a shop spot. We would hire them again, we highly recommended this company,"
Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for North Woods Tree Service
North Woods Tree Service
4.9(
127
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Tualatin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This tree was not only tall, but also very wide. It was rotting and due to its close vicinity to lots of buildings, removal needed to be done carefully. Daryl North and his crew did a fantastic job, ensuring that no property or vehicles were damaged in the process. The yard was too small to bring any large equipment back there, so they had to take small pieces of the tree down one piece at a time due to its enormous size by actually climbing the tree, but were able to take the entire tree down in one day with complete safety in mind. They came back a second day to grind the huge stump and hauled away the debris and left the yard so clean, that I could hardly believe that the 100-year-old tree had ever been there! I have the highest respect for Daryl and his crew for making this dangerous job look like a piece of cake. They were professional, polite, and very friendly and kept me informed every step of the way. All of this was done for an incredibly reasonable price. Also, since the city required me to plant a new tree to replace the one I removed, Daryl referred me to someone who helped me purchase and plant a lovely replacement. I highly recommend North Woods Tree Service if you want the job done right!"
50 Feet From Tip To Top
Almost To The Top
Another View Of The Trunk
Arrival Of Crane
Base Log Was Sectioned

+104

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for A-Kat Construction, LLC
A-Kat Construction, LLC
4.9(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Tualatin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend working with Akaty. I hired this company to perform excavation a low retaining wall and fire pit. They showed up on time listened to what I wanted they were the lowest bidder and the highest quality. Just what I wanted.. Give him a call !!!"
Lees fire pit
lees fire pjt
lees fire lit
Neds fire pit
neds fire pit

+13

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for NW Quality Construction & Hardscape
NW Quality Construction & Hardscape
4.7(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Tualatin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My house sits on top of a bluff and when I had some septic work done and they had to cut into the hillside. And with all that rain it became unstable, worrisome at the very least. I called NW Construction and Jesus came that afternoon, appraised the situation, gave me a quote on the costs and began work soon after. He and his crew worked right thru this cold snap. The hillside is now stabilized with a very well built heavy cement block retaining wall that had to be built around the septic tank and septic-field pump. It is aesthetically pleasing to the eye. I highly recommend Jesus and NW Quality Construction and Hardscape."
Paver patio
Paver patio
Installed new pavers and rock to Pathway
Pathway before
Backyard before paver install

+4

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JA Holland Construction, LLC
JA Holland Construction, LLC
4.8(
20
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Tualatin, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It's a great experience when a contractor follows through as they commit. Thomas and his crew are professionals and a pleasure to work with. His quote was lower than the others and he did everything as expected. We would hire him again."
Se. Salem driveway
Block retaining wall
Block retaining wall
Block retaining wall drivway
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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.

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