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Avatar for Rocky Mountain Dirt Work & Landscaping, LLC
Rocky Mountain Dirt Work & Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Oakley, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My family has been in the general contracting business for 70 years. I understand the goal of any good contractor is to exceed the expectations of those he serves. My experience with Preston was exemplary of that goal. I would recommend his service to anyone looking for a quality excavator or landscaper, honest, fair, reliable, and timely service."
rock walls
rock walls
rock walls
Vista
Vista

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Peaking Engineering and Construction, LLC
Peaking Engineering and Construction, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Oakley, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company has been amazing to work with. Matt and Seth were so attentive to all of my needs and were willing to do absolutely everything I asked them to. This was not, by any means, an easy remodel, and I am beyond thrilled about how it turned out. They certainly went above and beyond in everything they did. I literally have my dream bathroom, thanks to them. I would highly recommend Peaking Engineering and Construction."
Guest Bathroom 1
East Facade
Kitchen
Master Bedroom
Grand Staircase

+1

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Mountain Vista Landscaping
5.0(
3
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Serving Oakley, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Mountain Vista for several projects: patio repair, fencing planting and garden installation. Very happy with the results and very client friendly. Will call for future projects."
Timber Lakes Rockscape
Timber Lakes Rockscape
Timber Lakes Rockscape
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Dirt rich excavating
New to Angi

Serving Oakley, 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.

MC EXCAVATION LLC
New to Angi

Serving Oakley, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

MC EXCAVATION 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 time3 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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 best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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