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Dennis & Sons Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Burlington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bowsher Excavating, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Burlington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Ask about our new "Trenchless" Excavation Services.\nWhat is "Trenchless" Excavation you ask? Well, it is most typically associated with the machine you see above. It is most notably used for installing poly pipe in the ground to install fiber optic Internet service. But...the drill doesn't care what it pulls back so it can be used for water, sewer, electric, and gas to get under roads, paved driveways, or just to keep from tearing up your yard. Maybe you have surface drainage or a lawn sprinkler system and don't want to damage it to install a new utility. No matter the reason, we now have another option to get you the end result you want or need. Also, partnering with our sister company Bowsher IT Solutions, we are able to build campus fiber projects or just get communication between buildings with the fastest option and least invasive approach! Feel free to check out all they have to offer on their website bowsherit.com.

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+13

Response time3 days
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Silvers Concrete and Paving, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Burlington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were very professional and knowledgeable. I've been on concrete pours and the personnel were well trained on what to do, and how to do it. I would recommend this company to any of my friends and family. Thanks for a job well done."
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Stamped Patio
Stamped Patio
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+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Down N' Dirty Excavating N' Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Burlington, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Down N' Dirty was the only contractor I could get to even come to my house to give me a quote and I'm so glad of that. He did an outstanding job and even did more than I expected. He was very thorough with everything he did too. When he was finished, my back yard looked like it did when he got there just with a larger patio. The price was right at what we expected to have to pay. He has a Bulldozer, a Backhoe and a Bobcat so I would recommend Down N' Dirty for any kind of Excavating or Concrete work. Like you can see I give him 5 stars."
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Down n dirty
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Down n dirty

+658

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Merrills Excavation & Demolition LLC
5.0(
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Serving Burlington, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arrived on time looked over the s determined best route. 811 people had marked the area the crew used caution anytime there they were near a buried cable or pipe. They worked very steady and communicated with AES who was also on site. Very pleased."
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Jody concrete pad
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Bushhogging
Bushhogging

+46

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Dennis & Sons Excavating, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Burlington, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Worked hard to fix our broken sewer line. Peru Utilities had no idea where our line was and didnâ t care once we found it. Seth along with a plumber got us fixed. Then they graded and sloped our yard for seed and straw. Highly Recommend"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Burlington, IN

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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