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Optimal Terrain
4.9(
5
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired optimal terrain to clear out a part of my woods and put a drive way in. They were fast and great quality of work. Definitely whould use them again."
driveways
driveways
driveways
driveways
site grading

+16

Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Bartel Brothers Construction, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Appleton, 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

+2

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Dietzen Excavating & Landscaping LLC
4.6(
9
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have 9 very old large trees and a very old mobile home removed . Brice did an amazing job . He was professional great prices and did everything he said he was going to do and then some! I would highly recommend him !"
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Total Ground Solutions LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n\nWisconsin Licensed and insured company\n-Underground utilities, trenching\n-Gravel driveway tilling\n-Brush cutting/ land clearing \n-Demolition\nLocated in East central Wi\nAny other questions feel free to reach out

Fully tilled gravel lot
Fully tilled gravel lot
Fully tilled gravel lot
Fully tilled gravel lot
Fully tilled gravel lot

+10

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FAQs for excavation projects in Appleton, WI

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

The Appleton, WI homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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