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Avatar for New Image Excavation & Tree Service
New Image Excavation & Tree Service
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt was very professional, efficient with his time, competitively priced, and amicable. He avoided many things that we discovered in the ground, even after private utility location. I would absolutely hire him again for future projects and would refer him to anyone needing an excavation operator with refined skills. Thanks, Matt! Five Stars!"
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+6

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dig Right LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have had the pleasure of working with the owner of this excavation company on a residential project, and the service was exemplary. He went out of his way to help with the preparation of the house, making sure everything was in order before the continuation of work. Knowledgeable, efficient, and clear, he kept us updated every step of the way. The attention to detail and willingness to accommodate changed everything and were the reason I would highly recommend his services to anyone in need of reliable professional work."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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new image excavation and tree service LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Culver, LLC
3.9(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Found Jeff Culver via Google. He returned my initial call within 2 hours & visited me the same day to review the area. Turns out whoever built our home did a very poor job with little to no proper drainage. I am extremely pleased knowing that the defective drainage issues have been corrected. On a related note, Jeff accidently damaged a gutter on the garage. Had he not told me, I probably would not have noticed. Jeff quickly owned up and with 48 hours, he had an outside gutter company replace the entire gutter. MAJOR THUMBS UP. We also had Jeff repair our driveway. It was basically a dirt path through the woods. He took the time to properly grade it. He added a solid base layer and then finishing layer of mixed stone that when compacted and dried is seems like asphalt or concrete. All in all, could not be more pleased with the quality of Jeff's work. When the time comes for the next project, will be calling him. Jeff and his workers were there each day, in some cases wo"
Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Expedeck
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Perfect! Very professional estimator & project manager and the work crew was fantastic. Worked 7 days straight, very punctual and extremely tidy. They consulted with me whenever they had a question or to clarify something to make sure it was exactly how I wanted it. Very high quality- I plan to hire them again in the future to do front yard project with pathways & terracing."
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Accent wall / Seating wall with LED lighting
Andrew Farjo
Andrew Farjo

+31

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Palm Construction and Remodeling, Inc.
5.0(
118
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

Response time3 days
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Pnw DigRight excavation llc
5.0(
15
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ben did some excavation work for me and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. He showed up when he said he would, worked hard, and made sure everything was done right. The job site was left clean and the work was solid. You can tell he takes pride in what he does. I’d definitely recommend going with pnw digright to anyone needing excavation work done."
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Kirkland site prep

+8

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Honeycomb Construction
4.8(
40
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clinton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"Excellent job!!! Honeycomb construction LLC did for us painting exterior they done superb everything what they promise it was complete! fast ,clean ,professional. we have more plan on project definitely we will go with honeycomb construction, Eugene and his team excellent company!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

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