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Avatar for On Grade Construction LLC
On Grade Construction LLC
4.6(
21
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clearfield, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired On Grade Construction to pour a new patio and extend our driveway, and the whole experience was excellent from start to finish. Brad showed up on time, walked us through the process before starting, and clearly knew what he was doing — proper forming, good base prep, and clean control joints so we shouldn't see random cracking down the line. They cleaned up thoroughly afterward — no leftover concrete chunks or forms left in the yard — and the whole job was finished on the timeline they quoted. Pricing was The finish looks great. Even surface, clean edges, no weird lippage or trowel marks anywhere. They also got the slope right so water runs away from the house instead of sitting there. Cleanup was solid too — didn't leave a mess of concrete scraps or old forms lying around. Job got done on the timeline they promised, and the price matched the quote (no random extra charges tacked on). If you need concrete work done right, these guys are worth calling. We'd use them again."
First Lift Placed & Compacted by Hand
Cold Storage Addition
Cold Storage Addition
Update Water Line to 1" Pex-A
4' Min Depth out to Meter Vault

+68

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for **MOUNTAIN CREEK IRON L.L.C.
**MOUNTAIN CREEK IRON L.L.C.
4.9(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Clearfield, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Blonquist did a very good job. He communicated well and his workmanship for this type of manufacturing was very good. He brought some good ideas to the project and I will hire him again. In fact, I have suggested my son use him for another project."
Field fence removal
Pipe fence installation
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+22

94 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Huckleberry Lights and Landscape
Huckleberry Lights and Landscape
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clearfield, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The installer that did my lights was very professional and did a great job. The quality of work and customer service this company and Louis provides is outstanding."
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel

+13

Response time1 day
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Avatar for Sand Dogs Landscaping, LLC
Sand Dogs Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clearfield, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Sandogs Landscaping, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for APC Curb & Gutter, LLC
APC Curb & Gutter, LLC
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clearfield, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"These guys ROCK! They went above and beyond to get my project done in a timely manner. They installed a new sprinkling system, they graded my property and installed sod. Also, they did curbing, fixed my leaning retaining wall & installed gravel! Communication was spot on. My place looks fantastic! Can’t wait to plant stuff next spring. I highly recommend using them and would hire them again."
Concrete Walk way
Concrete Projects
Response time30 mins
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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.

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