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Dependable Excavation Plus
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Serving Centralia, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Defendable Excavation Plus provided ground leveling, rock and brush removal services for me. A bid was promptly given me, and the service provided was excellently completed in one day. I recommend this company to anyone needing this type of service."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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JB and Son Excavating
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Serving Centralia, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely well done. Project had flooding issues. The crew dug a drain well, regraded the yard and input a French drain system efficiently, effectively and were really easy to work with. Jimmy was clear, communicative and quick. I will definitely rely on this company again when necessary. Fantastic experience!"
Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Superior Services Contracting LLC
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Serving Centralia, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Shannon was referred to me for demolition and cleanup services after my house fire. He is a friendly long time local, the kind of guy you want to hire, (not the out of town fly by night kinda guy). He is dependable, dedicated and enjoys his work. Shannon is a true talent and in his element in the Excavator."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
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JS Trucking and Excavation LLC
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Serving Centralia, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We loved working with Jason! He was very easy to work with, quick to start on our projects, did a fantastic job, and was the most affordable out of everyone we spoke to. We will definitely be working with him again for future projects!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TMR Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Centralia, WA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

TMR Excavation LLC is a locally owned excavation company serving Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality dirt work. We specialize in residential projects including Site prep, Shop pads, Driveway installs, land clearing, grading, trenching, drainage solutions, brush removal, and more. With 10 years of experience working for top regional contractors in both heavy civil and residential jobs, we bring the experience to the private sector — offering honest service, transparent process, expert results, and a job done right. From the first estimate to the final grade, we take pride in getting your project done for you!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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