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The Final Cut General Contracting, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Customers say: Quick response

"Awesome finish work to our tiny remote cabin! Ryan and crew installed our LVP flooring in just a few hours. He kept us up to date on the project with text and pictures, super helpful since we live in Seattle and had to work. His crew kept the construction site clean and the vendor he used for our cedar interior work was meticulous. Thanks Ryan!"
hendricks
hendricks
Cle Elum
Cle Elum
Cle Elum done

+5

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J & M LANDSCAPE AND EARTHWORKS LLC
4.9(
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Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joe was very professional and timely with our backyard landscape project, he was able to complete our entire backyard on time and under budget."
Front Lawn and Landscape
Gravel Parking Install
Gravel Parking Install
Grade and Gravel
Grade and Gravel

+4

Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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COMMERCIAL MANOR DIRTWORK LLC
5.0(
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Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"CMD was extremely respectful an on point, they worked with me through the whole process of remodel and the work it?s self was amazing, but great to work with and I will only be using them from now on"
Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+16

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All-American General Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This man did way more than the option I chose. He worked hard and do an amazing job and fixing my home after a tree fell through the roof of one of my bedrooms. I couldn’t have asked for a better job done. I’d hire him again for any other repairs or builds that I may need in the future."
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JFT Brothers, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi! My name is Nick, owner of JFT Brothers, a Family owned and operated excavation business. We put quality and customer service at the forefront of our operation. \nOffering: \nLand Clearing & Site Prep\nUtilities Trenching\nLandscaping \n& Soon to be fully certified… \nSeptic Systems

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Cobian Excavation LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Cobian Excavation for a significant excavation project, and I couldn't be more satisfied with their service. From the initial consultation to the final clean-up, their professionalism, efficiency, and expertise were evident every step of the way. The team was punctual, well-equipped, and highly skilled, completing the project on time and within budget. They navigated unexpected challenges with ease, demonstrating their extensive experience in the field. Communication was clear and consistent, ensuring I was informed and confident throughout the process. The quality of their work exceeded my expectations, and their attention to detail ensured a flawless result. I highly recommend Cobian Excavation for any excavation needsâ they truly deliver outstanding service and results."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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