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RJM Concrete Design
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gillette, WY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently had a large patio slab poured and some grading and decorative rock brought in. Justin did a great job, very professional, he explained everything that he was going to do. it turned out wonderful and I would recommend RJM to my family and friends without hesitation. Thank you Justin, for the good job and for being a new friend. David Holland"
Patio Steps
Rear Pfatio
Front Patio
Broomed Patio
Water Treatment Channel

+1

Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cothren Plumbing & Construction
5.0(
10
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Gillette, WY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex was efficient, professional and friendly and arrived as soon as he could get here. We were having sewer trouble and he stayed to see that the problem was fixed and we were no longer having problems with the sewer, even though it was after dark before he packed up his tools. We would definitely recommend Cothren Plumbing and Construction for any of your construction or plumbing needs."
Lovell Senior Center
Lovell Senior Center
New Deck & Concrete
New Deck & Concrete
New Deck & Concrete

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

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