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Avatar for KLC EXCAVATING LLC
KLC EXCAVATING LLC
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Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Offers commercial services

"Great company to work with. He was professional, reliable, and communicated well throughout the project. The work was finished on time, and the quality was better than I expected. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone needing excavation or landscaping work, and I would happily use him again in the future."
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JB and Son Excavating
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Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"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
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Beko's Trees, LLC
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Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Offers commercial services

"Company did an amazing job taking care of our standing dead trees and a couple live ones. They cleaned up everything and handled it very quickly."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Superior Services Contracting LLC
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Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an outstanding experience with Shannon at Superior Services. He used his excavator to expertly level, trench, and slope my property, exceeding all my expectations. The cost was very reasonable, and he was impressively punctual throughout the entire project. Shannon's professionalism and skill truly made a difference. I highly recommend his services for any excavation needs!"
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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Lakeview Contractors, Inc
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Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lakeview will be the only contractor I will ever hire. Family owned business who treats you like family and goes way above and beyond. They have done numerous jobs for us from small repairs to large including painting, fixing siding, repairing house trim, bathrooms, you name it! You won’t be disappointed with the quality and expertise they provide."
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Response time3 days
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Samuel Jacob Construction LLC
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Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Sam helped us by clearing several beds that were VERY overgrown with large weeds, brush, etc. He also spread a few yards of bark. Sam was responsive, on-time, and efficient. The beds look great! He is definitely someone we would hire again for other projects."
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+32

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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.

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.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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