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Avatar for A Plus Dirt Works Excavation, LLC
A Plus Dirt Works Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very responsive to inquiry. Flexible scheduling. Excellent equipment. We ran out of crushed rock and owner used own trailer to secure more material since other suppliers were booked. He spread that rock With great skill in tight area."
Excavation
Excavation
SITE PREP
Excavation
Excavation

+1

Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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JS Landscape & Excavation
4.2(
168
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos with JS Landscape and Excavation was prompt and responsive the whole way through, from the initial meeting to providing the estimate to scheduling and completing the work - it all happened within a matter of days. On the day of the project, Carlos and his team showed up on time and got to work right away. They worked quickly while still maintaining a high quality of work. They finished quicker than I expected and the overall cost was right in line with the estimate. I would definitely hire JS Landscape and Excavation again in the future."
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walls and paver patio
retaining wall drainage

+27

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
4.4(
20
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Fast and easy. Gary was extremely responsive and timely. They responded first, got us scheduled asap, and finished the work in a blink. They were thorough and efficient and did an excellent job. I highly recommend their services for anyone needing demolition or excavation."
Wall project
Wall project
Retaining Wall
Parking lot
Parking lot

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Koritas Services, LLC
4.9(
146
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Cesar and his crew at Koritas Services did a fabulous job repairing several posts and sections of my fence! I am so pleased with their work and their clean-up of my property! Also, super customer service! They were done in half a day!!"
drain
Drain Project
drain
chain link
privacy fence

+103

Response time9 hrs
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for EIB Group LLC
EIB Group LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick and his team were great. Very educational on what to expect out of the process, they were timely and professional, they even re-seeded my yard after the work was completed."
Yesler Sewer
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NestEx LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"NestEx provided a quick response for our inquiry for getting our yard graded. He provided a quality job at a reasonable price. I can’t recommend him enough. We are super satisfied with the project and will be using him in the future for any upcoming projects. 11 out of 10."
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northern Horizons Land and Yard Restoration
4.5(
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Heâ s a young man that isnâ t afraid of hard work. He does well and will do a great job for you too! Iâ ve hired him a few times for large debris removal as well as brush and blackberries land clearing."
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After
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Kay & JM, LLC
Kay & JM, LLC
4.0(
9
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Serving Covington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Why can we only leave a 5 star rating? Christopher and crew exceeded our expectations for our restoration project. Our project was to replace the decorative wrap on the 16 foot support columns on the entrance porch at the front of our house. The original wrap was 20 years old and parts had begun to rot. During the bid process Christopher suggested that we replace the wooden wrap with a Hardy plank type material that would last longer than wood. (the original wood wrap was painted). During the removal of the original wrap we noticed that the wrap framing was fairly lightweight, just enough to give the wrap something to be nailed to. Christopher removed the lightweight framing and installed a stronger frame. The new wrap that was installed looks considerably better and richer. The attention to detail, down to the router work on decorative panels, is impressive. Christopher was very responsive to our questions and every day they left the worksite spotlessly clean."
siding
siding
siding
siding
columns

+28

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%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. 

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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