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TMR Excavation
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Serving Ilwaco, WA and surrounding areas

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TMR Excavation LLC is a locally owned excavation company serving Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality dirt work. We specialize in residential projects including Site prep, Shop pads, Driveway installs, land clearing, grading, trenching, drainage solutions, brush removal, and more. With 10 years of experience working for top regional contractors in both heavy civil and residential jobs, we bring the experience to the private sector — offering honest service, transparent process, expert results, and a job done right. From the first estimate to the final grade, we take pride in getting your project done for you!

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COR DEMOLITION LLC
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Serving Ilwaco, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"I have hired COR Demolition multiple times. My service has always been professional, on time, great pricing and performed to my standards. Highly recommend if you need the job done right. Will hire again!"
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H Morey Construction
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Serving Ilwaco, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Wonderful job! I was needing my horse trailer inside/outside cleaned. When job was finished the trailer was shining brighter then when I bought it! Job well done!"
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All County Plumbing LLC
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Serving Ilwaco, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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"It went very well. It has been working just great and I didn't have to replace it. He was very helpful and I now have hot water. The woman on the phone I spoke with seemed very helpful as well. I will call them when I need a new water heater. I only had to pay for a service call and 2 small parts which is great."
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Elevated Contracting
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Serving Ilwaco, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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"Chris did an amazing job on my home project. He was on time and got the job done even sooner than expected. His years of experience really shine through. I will definitely work with him on future projects. Highly recommend!!!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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