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Avatar for On Grade Construction LLC
On Grade Construction LLC
4.6(
18
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Serving Layton, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On Grade construction did the job of a very high quality! I an fully satisfied with the outcome. It was great experience! Great work! Great personality! Paid attention to the smallest details! Thank you very much for such a good job done!"
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%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for All In Concrete, LLC
All In Concrete, LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Layton, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were fantastic, super flexible and finished my project in a very timely manner. Would definitely hire them again. Highly recommended"
stairs
stairs
stairs
stairs
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+49

Response time10 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for SoundGround, LLC
SoundGround, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Layton, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the second time I have hired Sound Ground. TJ and his crew always do an exceptional job and are always the best price. They are on time and professional. I will hire them again when needed."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Trimming
Tree removal

+1

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Huckleberry Lights and Landscape
5.0(
8
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Serving Layton, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So happy with my yard. It was a small job but they gave me the million dollar treatment. No surprise add ons and meticulous work. They cleaned up after themselves and things look beautiful!!"
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel
Front Yard Remodel

+13

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Avatar for APC Curb & Gutter, LLC
APC Curb & Gutter, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Layton, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This crew is the best. They are on time, professional, fast, hard working. The work is surpurb. We are so happy with it all. Thank you Alonzo and your crew for all you did for us we will always refer you to anyone who needs this kind of work done."
Concrete Walk way
Concrete Projects
Response time30 mins
Response rate99%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Terraform Groundworks
Terraform Groundworks
5.0(
3
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Serving Layton, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Carter with Terraform Groundworks was an absolute pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend him! He built a stunning rock retention wall in our backyard, and the results exceeded our expectations. Our yard presented some challenges, but Carter handled them seamlessly, showcasing his expertise and problem-solving skills. From start to finish, Carter was professional, kind, and incredibly hardworking. His project estimate was spot-on, and his attention to detail was evident in every aspect of his work. We were so impressed with the backyard transformation that we brought him back to upgrade our front yard as well, and once again, he delivered exceptional results. If you are considering an excavation or landscaping project, look no further Carter is the best choice. We could not be happier with his work and would absolutely hire him again!"
Retaining Wall
Heber Boulder Wall
Midway
Midway Project
Midway Project

+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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.

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.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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. 

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