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Avatar for JM Excavating LLC
JM Excavating LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Absolutely! You could write: ?I had a great experience! They were professional, reliable, and did an excellent job with the excavation and grading work. Everything was completed efficiently and exactly as expected. Communication was great throughout the process, and they made sure the job was done right. I?m very satisfied with the results and would definitely recommend them to anyone needing excavation or grading work."
Utilities
Utilities
Utilities
Utilities
Utilities

+5

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue ridge construction
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

With over 30 years of experience installing commercial and residential sprinkler systems, fencing, retaining walls, and excavation, we know what it takes to build a quality product that lasts for decades. \n\nIf you’re looking for quality work and experience you can count on, give us a try and let us show you the difference experience makes.

Retaining Wall, Stairway
Retaining Wall, Stairway
Patio
Patio
Walk way

+8

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JFT Brothers, Inc.
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi! My name is Nick, owner of JFT Brothers, a Family owned and operated excavation business. We put quality and customer service at the forefront of our operation. \nOffering: \nLand Clearing & Site Prep\nUtilities Trenching\nLandscaping \n& Soon to be fully certified… \nSeptic Systems

3H Excavation
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our 18 years of experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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 time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Edge Water Pools, LLC
4.3(
9
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Edgewater Pools is dedicated to customer satisfaction. Excellent communication, honesty and craftsmanship are the values we stand behind. We may not always be the cheapest, but we will guarantee that you, the customer, will be our number one priority.

Pool and Slide
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gelderman Excavation, LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Gelderman Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Various Projects
Various Projects
Various Projects
Various Projects
Various Projects

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
REVIVAL EXCAVATION, LLC
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Revival Excavation we are a fully licensed and insured excavation company working with residential and commercial properties. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset.

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Mikes Excavating & Paving
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Dayton, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Mikes Excavating & Paving, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research, with our extensive practical experience, to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

Response time9 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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 method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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