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413 Services
5.0(
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Serving Box Elder, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project- Dig trench and install root barrier for tree roots that are invading my property from my neighbors tree. Also trimmed up the ash tree in the back. Excellent job on both, completed both projects in good time and did a great job was happy with the results. Will definitely call again."
Motion Unlimited
Motion Unlimited
Running out of daylight
Equipment
BC 1800

+20

Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Red Rock Grade & Gravel
5.0(
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Serving Box Elder, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I’ve worked with Red Rock Grade & Gravel on multiple projects and have always had a great experience. They’re dependable, show up when scheduled, communicate well, and produce quality work. Their pricing is fair, they’re knowledgeable, and they take pride in doing the job right. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for excavation or grading services."
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Valley Construction Co.
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Serving Box Elder, SD and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

As a local member of the community, I have been in the construction industry for just over 10 years. With experience ranging from general construction needs, to light electrical, and plumbing I have the knowledge it takes to complete a job on time and with excellent quality. \n\nWhy pay more for a large contractor to provide you a simple service when you can save money and have some peace of mind knowing a local member of the community is taking care of your needs and providing exactly what you need.

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Black Hills Concrete & Masonry LLC
3.6(
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Serving Box Elder, SD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James and his crew were great to work with. They were hard working and did a great job. James kept me informed with everything going on thru the whole job. I will be calling him again on the next job."
Concrete pads
Concrete pads
Concrete pads
Concrete pads
Concrete pads

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ERE,LLC
4.6(
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Serving Box Elder, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Totally Excellent! Jon and the Crew at ERE flattened out about a 1 acre square of my property (future building site) Perfectly! And it was a gnarly pit to start with full of boulders and old items like water heaters and car fenders as it was evidently a dump site for the neighborhood before I got here. Finished the project quickly and to my complete satisfaction, I recommend ERE to Everyone for your next Excavation project, big or small Jon can handle em All!"
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls

+64

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Environmental Reclamation Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Box Elder, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I honestly cannot say enough good things about ERE! We were having some drainage issues in our backyard, and were worried about the integrity of our foundation. Jon contacted me within a day of my search and set up a consultation a few days later. He was super knowledgeable and understood what I wanted done, even when I couldnâ t exactly describe it. Jon was very thorough and kept me updated on everything he was going to be doing, and gave me several options when it came to budgeting and services. He and his team even went above and beyond by repairing the sprinkler lines that the previous owner had damage, at no extra cost. Our backyard now looks 100x better than before and we no longer have to worry about water draining towards our house & foundation. I will absolutely recommend ERE to everyone I know & will likely use them in the future for any of our landscaping needs!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

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.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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