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Peak to Valley Builders LLC
4.8(
12
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Peak to Valley Builders came through for us and helped us meet a tight deadline. I knew Adam was the right guy when he asked questions specific to the project and took initiative to problem solve. He was straightforward and completed the job as planned. We love the results!"
Driveway Tear Out
Driveway Tear Out
Level Connection
Isolating the line
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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New Image Excavation & Tree Service
5.0(
2
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt was very professional, efficient with his time, competitively priced, and amicable. He avoided many things that we discovered in the ground, even after private utility location. I would absolutely hire him again for future projects and would refer him to anyone needing an excavation operator with refined skills. Thanks, Matt! Five Stars!"
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+6

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dillon Excavation
5.0(
4
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dillon Excavation just completed a grading and drain system project for me on my horse property, and his work was exemplary. He was conscientious, punctual, thorough, and knowledgeable. The final cost was exactly what he quoted, and he was a pleasure to work with. Dillon’s integrity is top notch, and I’d absolutely hire him again and again."
Driveway
Dirt work
Dirt work
Dirt work
Sale prep

+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gaspar Services
4.5(
69
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Johnny and Cynthia went above and beyond for us. Unbeknownst to us, our property was in an area that required additional permitting from the county. The folks at Gaspar Services not only did the work but they also were instrumental in managing the permits and approvals that were needed for the project. They could have left us to deal with it but they did not do so and they stayed with us every step of the way. I can't recommend them highly enough. Plus - the work that was done was beautiful and they did everything possible to restore areas that had to be scraped, including replanting those areas with grass."
After!
Composite deck
New kitchen
New living room
Doors

+58

Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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JCJ CONTRACTING LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Super quick to reply and get onsite. Spectacular Job. Jonathan really knows what he is doing when it comes to carpentry. Sylvia is fantastic to work with as well. I could not be happier. I had a one-off request to have them build removable Wood Wall Dividers. They saved me in a last minute pinch. Reasonably priced. Will definitely use again."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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new image excavation and tree service LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt and his company did through and quality work. We couldn't have been happier with the end result. He went above and beyond to ensure we were happy with the work that was done. We had several bids and he was 1/3 of the cost the others were. But more importantly he stood behind the work he did and was a man of his word which is so hard to find. If you're struggling to find someone who is reliable and does quality work look no further. You won't be dissappointed"
Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Hicks Trucking, Inc.
4.6(
7
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Serving Bellingham, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Be honest with your needs and be open to their suggestions. Honest peoples to work with. They were definitely only interested in making you happy."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for excavation projects in Bellingham, WA

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.

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