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Avatar for Koritas Services, LLC
Koritas Services, LLC
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Serving Milton, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They provided amazing work and completed it much faster than I wouldâ ve ever imagined. I highly recommend for landscaping and sod replacement."
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Response time9 hrs
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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EIB Group LLC
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Serving Milton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick and his team were great. Very educational on what to expect out of the process, they were timely and professional, they even re-seeded my yard after the work was completed."
Yesler Sewer
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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God's Green Earth, LLC
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Serving Milton, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired them to remove leaves weekly, from my elderly fathers yard. Amazing customer service, quick to respond, very accommodating, they do great work. My Father sends me pictures every week and it looks very tidy. We'll use them out there next summer for additional clean up as well."
Rock Garden
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+9

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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NestEx LLC
5.0(
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Serving Milton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"NextEx resloped and put in gravel driveway. Audrey also dug two egress window wells. He also dug a trench for plumbing for my garage. He did a excellent job. Looks fabulous and he was very clean."
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northern Horizons Land and Yard Restoration
4.5(
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Serving Milton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Heâ s a young man that isnâ t afraid of hard work. He does well and will do a great job for you too! Iâ ve hired him a few times for large debris removal as well as brush and blackberries land clearing."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Sound Property Investments Inc
5.0(
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Serving Milton, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I built several speculative houses and Scott handle the job from start to finish from clearing the lot, setting the elevation for the new home to downspout systems, backfill, sewer hooks, water service hookups and grading the property ready for landscaping. He also does Right of way work for concrete driveway approaches and sidewalks. Would highly recommend this contractor to my friends and hire him again for any future jobs."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

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