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JFT Brothers, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Walla Walla, 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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Springfield Earthworks LLC
5.0(
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Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I live on the other side of the mountains from my 90 year old dad's property. Trust, communication, and knowledge were all key factors in hiring any company. Springfield Earthworks, LLC surpassed my expectations! Alek & crew were very accommodating and respectful to my dad while keeping consistent communication with myself. I greatly appreciated progress pictures & understandable explainations when a few unexpected changes occured. I would definitely & highly recommend this company!!"
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JBC Group Solutions Inc
4.0(
4
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Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

"They did a real good job. They were real professional. We can now open the garage door from the inside of the house and now it is so smooth that we have to check to see if we hit the button to open it or close it.  Before we used to know when it was opening or closing because it used to make a noise. It helps when you move to a city where you are new. "
Custom Staircases
Custom Exterior Restoration
Custom Bathrooms
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Mikes Excavating & Paving
New to Angi

Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Mikes Excavating & Paving, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research, with our extensive practical experience, to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

Response time9 hrs
Pro-Traxx Excavating and Hydro Excavating
New to Angi

Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have several years of hands on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! 30 years experience.. \n\nLLC 604895450

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

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.

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