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Avatar for A Plus Dirt Works Excavation, LLC
A Plus Dirt Works Excavation, LLC
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Kent, 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 by75%of homeowners
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JS Landscape & Excavation
4.2(
169
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Kent, 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."
before
work in progress
done
walls and paver patio
retaining wall drainage

+27

Response time10 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Triton Excavation INC
4.6(
41
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Kent, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The whole crew was wonderful to work with, professional and meticulous, cheerful and helpful, site left in great shape at the end of the demolition of three buildings and the challenging foundation hole excavation. Job finished on time, good value. Highly recommended!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
4.4(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Kent, 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 rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Koritas Services, LLC
4.9(
146
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Kent, 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
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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EIB Group LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Kent, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The project went amazingly! Nick was very easy to work with, took the time to explain the entire process, and was very transparent about the costs. The crew was always on time, worked diligently, and before I knew it, the work was done! Nick’s bid was very affordable, but it would have been well worth it if his bid had been the highest. I highly recommend EIB to anyone who wants a contractor who is reliable, honest, punctual, competent, performs high-quality work, has quick response times, charges a fair price, and completes the job on time!"
Yesler Sewer
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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NestEx LLC
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Kent, 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."
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O's Sons Construction
4.3(
13
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Kent, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Salvador is a great GC. He did a wonderful job installing our cabinets, desk, closets, window seat. His follow thru is impeccable & his positive attitude is a breath of fresh air. We would definitely recommend this awesome contractor."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kay & JM, LLC
4.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Kent, 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 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.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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.

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