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413 Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Custer, 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
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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ERE,LLC
4.6(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Custer, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Excavation and Iron
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Custer, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Colton did a great job with welding up my dump trailer. Overtime it developed some issues and without hesitation, he came and picked up my dump trailer for me and immediately got to work and got it back to need fixed as I requested within about a day and a half."
D-Box
New Septic Install
New Septic Install
Final product
Overview

+11

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Tibbetts Landscaping
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Custer, SD and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Casen did an amazing job removing the bushes in my front yard, laying a beautiful bed of mulch, and replanting the bushes I had purchased. He was professional, knowledgeable, and provided great recommendations throughout the project. His work was completed quickly and exceeded my expectations. The transformation has definitely increased the curb appeal and value of my home. I highly recommend Casen to anyone looking for quality landscaping work!"
Tree removal
Tammy
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Valley Construction Co.
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Custer, 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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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Custer, SD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job rebuilding our existing retaining wall. We could not be happier. I would recommend them to anyone."
Concrete pads
Concrete pads
Concrete pads
Concrete pads
Concrete pads

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Five Star Energy Services, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Custer, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They are just a group of guys nice to work with."
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+23

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A&G Services
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Custer, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a great service. They were on time, fair price, cleaned up the mess and they did what needed to be done."
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+49

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

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.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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.

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