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Central Wisconsin Excavating
5.0(
12
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Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"My hunting land needed stumps, trees and brush removed and a trail system created. Evan came out and walked the 90 acres with me. I explained what my ideas were for improving the hunting on the property. He did make some recommendations for the land and repairs to the pond. He had improvements on other properties, which worked well his customers. I gave him my budget and he believed he would be in budget. Some issues come up on my side and they were very willing to work me get it done. My hunting party and I are very happy with the work done. My 76 yr old father in law and friend that had a stroke can easily navigate for hunting. They worked long days due to a rain delay. This was to stay on the work schedule for the next customer. I would HIGHLY recommend Evan and Josh for rotary head and high hoe work. My neighbors and I have another project we are planning for the next year. I wanted to load photos of the work done, but the app will not let me."
Pond project
Pond project
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EGS Property Management LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired EGS to clear and prep my property for my future cabin as well as an amazing access road he respectively worked with the proper agencies to construct. Highly recommend them for any custom project that the “Big” guys normally take advantage of. He has the sources to get any piece of equipment needed to get the job done right and the knowledge to operate it!"
Retaining Wall
Response time2 days
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Dietzen Excavating & Landscaping LLC
4.6(
9
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Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brice is great to work with and does exceptional work. The tree/stump removal (very old and big Ash tree) and tree stump removal on other trees on the property went without a hitch. We hired him back for landscaping work. Would definitely hire him again."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bartel Brothers Construction, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Needed a roof in place on short notice. Mike and his crew were able to get this done on time. I was impressed with the efficiency of the work. They were able to get this done in 1 day. Also, the price as compared to other contractors was comparable. I would recommend Mike and his crew."
Bartel Brothers Construction, LLC
Bartel Brothers Construction, LLC
Bartel Brothers Construction, LLC
Bartel Brothers Construction, LLC
Bartel Brothers Construction, LLC

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Response time1 day
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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VDV Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My rock border was full of dirt and weeds. The guys took out the stones, cleaned them off on the driveway, put down new weed guard, then replaced the stones and added more to fill in. It looks like new! They also sawed down a couple of stumps and worked around my existing plants. Pleased with how it turned out!"
Response time2 days
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Conegundes
5.0(
1
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Serving Oshkosh, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Years leading our customers to the absolute best experience in constructions, repair and renovation. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time7 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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.

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