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Avatar for THOMPSON'S DEMOLITION & HAULING
THOMPSON'S DEMOLITION & HAULING
4.9(
18
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Keavan and his crew did a wonderful job with my pool demo. I was under the gun for insurance reason. He got the job done with time to spare. Highly reccomend."
Partial home demo,for a add-on
Demolition of a structure
Remodel
Grading property for new
Grading property for new

+10

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Reliant Home Services, LLC dba NorCal Grading and Land Clearing
4.9(
9
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Offers commercial services

"Sloped yard needed to be flattened and also terraced for new vineyard. This included excavation/removal of existing soil, new soil that was then used to create terraced beds, and install of rock and decomposed granite along with french drains and retaining walls"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Pacific Building & Engineering, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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.

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
ANDROS EXCAVATING INC.
New to Angi

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom 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.

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Aces Earthworks
4.9(
78
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am thrilled with the job Aces Concrete Inc.did at my home today. Rich gave me an estimate quickly and started the job in 2days. He removed the concrete around 2 fence posts. He arrived when he said he would, completely remove all of the concrete and left the area clean. I would highly recommend contacting Aces Concrete for any Grading, Hauling and Concrete Removal jobs that you might have."
Yard Demo
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Davidson Earthworks
4.9(
4
)

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jake was very professional and responsive to reply to my need for structural footing excavation. He scheduled the dig in a very timely manner, shows up when he said he would and was a very competent operator of his excavator. I would definitely recommend him to others and would not hesitate hiring him again. Thank you, Jake!"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Colfax, CA

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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