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Whipkey Excavating
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Smock, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Peyton did various work for my wife and I. He extended a section of our lower yard. He removed a bunch of small roots and stumps as well as repaired numerous imperfections on our property. He also took out a few trees, removed an old fire pit, and last but not least he regraded/power raked and compacted our old driveway making it look like new. He does amazing work, is very professional, and I highly recommend him."
Regrade/ land clear
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Trench Pros Inc
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Smock, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner and his team were amazing. They transformed my landscape following my budget and gave me the highest quality you can get. They were super communicative and explained everything in detail. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
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Sloan Construction Company
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Smock, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. Thank you for choosing Sloan Construction Inc

Response time10 mins
Pro Excavating and Utilities LLC
5.0(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Smock, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys were prompt, courteous, knowledgeable and skilled. â True professionalsâ showed up when they said they would for an emergency gas line repair excavation. They did not cause any unnecessary yard damage and even seamlessly replaced the grass where they dug. Top notch service and I would highly recommend!!!"
Response time1 hour
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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