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Avatar for KT Landworks, LLC
KT Landworks, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Camas, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kurt did a great job! He was easy to work with, delivered what he promised, and finished on time. I would definitely hire him again."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dirt Road Excavation & Debris, LLC
4.7(
35
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Serving Camas, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very happy with Dirt Road Excavation & Debris. They were easy to reach very accommodating on my schedule needs, quick and efficient. I had no problems with them at all and it was a relieve to have the big junk we needed gone after doing renos gone without any hassle."
Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Foundry Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Camas, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Foundry Construction was top notch. The owner Brylan is professional, courteous and on time. His work was fantastic and he made sure I was completely satisfied. The price and speed of completion left me very satisfied. I highly recommend Foundry Construction."
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Driveway drainage
Driveway drainage
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Defeat Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Camas, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I would definitely recommend Defeat Contracting to anyone looking for a fast fair construction project. I had them close in my carport and I could not be happier. The results are just what I had envisioned, and it was done in about three and a half days. We had to rethink some of the project and Remington took the changes to heart and we ended up with a beautiful outcome. Their work ethic was impressive, working hard each day and then leaving the site in great shape. Thank You Rem"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Valley Pacific Construction INC
4.6(
9
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Serving Camas, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1972

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Daniel was awesome to work with. He came out and provided a solid estimate in a timely fashion. We had an unexpected sprinkler line that was in the middle of our excavation area and he took care of that. He also provided the materials for a retaining wall that we hadn't initially planned for, and he added that to the project scope without issue. I will definitely reach out to Daniel if we have another project like this one."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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Northern Utilities
5.0(
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Serving Camas, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gabe was kind enough to give me a rough quote on removing a house on property we were considering purchasing. He was quick to respond as well as returning with an estimate. You nice to work with for the information we needed. I would recommend him anytime."
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Water line replacement
Water line replacement
Water line replacement
Water line replacement

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Salsman Construction, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Camas, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I spoke with each of the team members who did the work at my home and they were all top notch. Great team and great workers!"
Response time10 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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