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Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
18
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Red Fox Excavation LLC, 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. With experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your concrete needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed! We look forward to earning your business.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rock Solid Excavation
4.7(
31
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gary and his boys did a great job. Showed up on time, worked very hard. Fixing the retaining wall required removing just some huge nasty tree roots. It was not fun, but they worked very hard to get it so the retaining wall could be straight. Appreciate all the work they put in…. I would highly recommend Rock Solid Excavation."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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TNG Excavation, LLC
4.2(
37
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased a 12' X 24' Tuff Shed and needed to prepare a base for installation. We contacted TNG Excavation and they quoted a price and came out, removed the old shed pad, laid a border with 2 x 6 pressure treated timber and installed road mix then compacted it. I took pictures of the completed job and sent them to Tuff Shed. They were so impressed, that they now use the pictures as the poster model on how to properly prepare a site. Trevor was super easy to work with too and gave me a military discount. Nicole, the Office Manager was also a dream to work with."
Digging for septic in ID City
Getting ready to dig for tank
Still digging
Found a boulder!
Setting tank

+33

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Santacruz Dirt Works
4.9(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

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1800-Plumber+Air of Meridian
5.0(
11
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At 1-800 Plumber +Air of Meridian, we're not just good—we're the BEST! Our mission isn’t about being better than the competition; it’s about delivering fast, reliable plumbing and HVAC emergency services when you need them most. With 87 Google reviews and a 4.9-star rating, our customers say it BEST—we’re here to give you an unbeatable service experience!\n

Drain Cleaning
Pre-tile
Tile work
Old vanity
New vanity

+8

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
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Montclair Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Montclair Services LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

Regulation Trench
Unmarked pipe discovered
Excavation and Backfill
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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FAQs for excavation projects in Boise, ID

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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