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REVIVAL EXCAVATION, LLC
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Garfield, 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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PNW Landscape & Design Inc
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Garfield, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great company to work with, hard workers and all were very friendly and knowledgeable in their craft. Did a walk through of expectations and then received a proposed design and we worked through that process to get the project within budget. They did the leg work of getting the project approved by the HOA which went really well. Mike and his team communicated throughout the project with scheduling and any questions I had during the process. The project is almost complete with only curbing and adjusting the sprinkler system. They also will be back when the irrigation is turned on for the coming season to ensure watering is scheduled and metering correctly. It looks fantastic and have received great reviews from all the neighbors. Highly recommend this company for your landscaping needs."
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Wills Excavation, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Garfield, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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

Response time2 hrs
Morris Paint and Coat
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Garfield, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Morris Paint and Coat sustains our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. If you're looking for anything painting or refinishing projects then Morris Paint and Coat is your best choice!

Elk River Enterprises, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Garfield, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Elk River serves the Tacoma and Olympia metro areas. We will provide you with timely work on all projects ranging from simple repairs to full additions or remodels. Our company only uses quality materials and maintains a high standard of customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on our great attention to detail, and we look forward to serving you on your home improvement needs.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

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.

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