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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(
28
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Serving Provo, 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 rate91%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Grass & Rocks Landscaping
Grass & Rocks Landscaping
4.9(
21
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Serving Provo, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came out to winterize my irrigation system the same day I called them â that was impressive! Found a couple of things that concerned them and took photos and sent me a text explaining the concerns. Also very impressive. I will use them again for sure."
initial land 1
initial land 2
initial land 3
Grid land 1 with Top soil
Grid land 2 with Top soil

+37

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Rocky Mountain Dirt Work & Landscaping, LLC
Rocky Mountain Dirt Work & Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Provo, 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 Provo, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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