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All-Terra Construction, Inc.
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

All-Terra Construction, Inc. is a central PA based excavation and construction company. Servicing Centre, Blair, Clinton and Huntington County, we provide residential and commercial excavation, grading and utility products and services. In addition to our core services, we specialize in providing solutions such as sinkhole and subsidence remediation, stormwater and drainage improvements, foundation repairs, underpinning and waterproofing, waterline leak detection and repairs/replacements including trenchless and conventional methods, and sewer maintenance and repair services including scoping and jetting. We're also engaged in structural and decorative retaining walls and concrete construction.\n\nOur ultimate goal is to provide unmatched communication and service quality to develop long lasting relationships. Please contact us today to inquire about what solutions we can provide to assist with your project. We are grateful for the opportunity to do so.\n\nThank you,\nATC, Inc.

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Cherry Excavating
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cherry Excavating did a fantastic job preparing the site for construction of my 40' x 52' building. They removed several trees, stripped top soil, hauled fill, dug all footers and ditches for electric lines, and final graded after construction. Everything turned out great and I would highly recommend them for all of your excavation needs."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mccloskey's Brick, Block & Chimney LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have hired them for 2 stonework projects so far. Very meticulous work, high quality, reasonable price. Stone faced and pointed a 30 foot double chimney and a 4 foot pedestal for a water fountain. Again great work!"
Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Yuri Rumbalski's Year Round Contracting
3.1(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Two gentlemen arrived at my home and allowed me to point out various items of importance regarding the work I wanted them to do. The cost was reasonable and the men were professional and really listened. We easily agreed on a schedule and they were actually early for the initial mow. They were fast, but thorough. They did an excellent job.I would recommend them to anyone!"
French drains
French drains
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

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

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

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