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Avatar for WE-HAUL NEIGHBORHOOD HAUL AWAY SERVICE L.L.C.
WE-HAUL NEIGHBORHOOD HAUL AWAY SERVICE L.L.C.
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Elk Ridge, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired We Haul service to clear out a garage of moving and packing debris. They did an excellent job! They were responsive. The price was right and we were very pleased. I would highly recommend their service!"
Shed Roof
Shed Wall Demolition
50 Year Old Shed
Shed Demo
Final Section

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Trash Panda Disposal
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elk Ridge, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n

Ridge Line Precision Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Elk Ridge, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I’m really happy with the rock wall RLP built for me. They did a great job, listened to what I wanted, and made it look just right. The wall feels solid and fits perfectly with the yard. I love how it adds a nice touch to the place. If you’re thinkin’ about getting a rock wall done, I’d definitely recommend these guys!"
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Dirt rich excavating
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Elk Ridge, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

At Dirt Rich Excavating, we take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality earthwork and utility services built on a foundation of integrity, hard work, and precision. We believe in doing the job right the first time, maintaining clear communication with our clients, and showing up with a commitment to safety and professionalism. Our goal is to build lasting relationships through honest work, dependable results, and a reputation you can trust—whether we’re on a small residential project or a large-scale site development.

Avatar for Vomzion Services, LLC
Vomzion Services, LLC
4.8(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Elk Ridge, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"everything was great! i rated lower because it ended up costing more then original quote and i got rocks larger then i wanted. Jake is a good hard worker and made sure the rocks looked great. and the cost was still lower then my other quote."
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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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. 

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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