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Avatar for Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC
Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick response and turnaround time. Hired them to clear and grade about 3/4 of an acre on our property. They came to check out my land and gave me a quote next business day. Started the project the next week and finished same day. Professional and kind crew. I'd use them for future projects."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
165 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Superior Services Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an outstanding experience with Superior Services Contracting. They were professional, hardworking, and incredibly easy to work with from start to finish. Their pricing was fair, they worked quickly, and the quality of their construction cleaning exceeded our expectations. What really stood out was that they went above and beyond by helping organize the items we were keeping, which made the entire process much less stressful. It’s rare to find a company that takes that extra level of care. I would highly recommend Shannon and his son to anyone in the area looking for reliable, efficient, and affordable construction cleaning services. Thank you both for the amazing job!"
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+22

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dependable Excavation Plus
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Defendable Excavation Plus provided ground leveling, rock and brush removal services for me. A bid was promptly given me, and the service provided was excellently completed in one day. I recommend this company to anyone needing this type of service."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beko's Trees, LLC
4.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They were prompt and courteous. Communicated very well. Very pleased, they did exactly as they said they would and it was 500 less than a competitor that Beko's basically swept aside by showing up. Lic and Insured. Tree removed and rounds left for firewood. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!"
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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C.P.C. Landscape, LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had an emergency situation with our stone retaining walls and they came out the same day to evaluate the job. We had the work finished by the end of the week. The staff was great. Awesome company to work with on this project and will use them again for future projects."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Lakeview Contractors, Inc
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lakeview showed up on time, they did an amazing job. Extra things came up and they took care of it with no problem. They were very friendly and left the house very clean. Love this company. We would not hesitate to hire them again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate89%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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.

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