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Bingham Creek Construction, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Raymond, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are the type of contractor that you can shake their hand and be sure your agreement will be kept. Many times the bid is less than agreed on. They are quality people."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TMR Excavation
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Raymond, WA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

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
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Raymond, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jared is a very professional and helpful contractor, his prices are very accessible, he went beyond his scope, assisting on getting permits, asbestos testing, and how to properly dispose of them, definitively I recommend COR demolition LLC for a demolishing project and more. Thank you Jared for your excellent work"
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Response time9 hrs
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Ybarra Professional Builders
4.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Raymond, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just to say thank you you Dave and Ibarra for this wonderful job on replacing my electrical panel done by Luis and also by installing new cabinets and countertops for my kitchen. I want to thank everyone for being so efficient and Iâ m happy tabarra did this for me."
Response time4 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
JH Thompson Trk & Excavating
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Raymond, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

With decades of service in the Excavating industry, we are the experts that you need to handle your project. We do everything from building site preparation and trenching to grading and resloping- both residential and commercial. No project is too large for us to handle. Our expert crew will make sure your project goes smooth and on time.\nGive JH Thompson Trk & Excavating a call today. We look forward to working with you!

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All County Plumbing LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Raymond, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

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