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Cornman Concrete and Paving
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff came and formed out the area for my garage. I had a different excavator prep the area. But I understand Jeff now had the equipment to do the job from start to finish. Then on a Saturday, he and his helpers were there to pour and finish the floor. They had the truck empty, and we refinishing in no time. Next day they removed the forms. A week later I was building. This year I m going to use them again for some side walk and patio work. I am looking forward to working with them again. Highly recommend their services"
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Flat work
Flat work
Slab on grade
Laying block

+250

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Manna Run Farm - Mowing, Mulching and More
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Definitely highly recommend! Great communication and willingness to help take care of my yard that was grossly overgrown due to my health issues, I was unable to mow. My lawn had grown to easily up to my hip 😬 My yard was totally transformed I really appreciate the help. Thank you again!"
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Hutchinson Excavating, Inc.
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project.\nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time3 hrs
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Terratrek Excavation Services
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Terratrek Excavation Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of this business. I uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. My distinction is the quality of service I bring to my customers. Accurate knowledge of my trade combined with ability is what makes me a true professional. Above all, I am watchful of my customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of my business. Terratrek Excavations Services has been dedicated to providing exceptional excavation services with a focus on precision, integrity, and customer satisfaction. From grading and trench work to demolition and utility preparation, we handle every project with the utmost care.

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Response time6 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

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.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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