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Avatar for Three Bear Contracting, LLC
Three Bear Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Colfax, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin provided some solutions to a foundation project and helped fix an irrigation problem with same day service. Justin is very knowledgeable and willing to explain the problem and how best to fix it."
Septic System Installation
Septic Tank Installation
Dome Chamber Drain Field Installation
Dome Chamber Drain Field Installation
New Septic Installation

+4

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Joy Landscape & Dirtworks
New to Angi

Serving Colfax, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Results driven business owner with 30+ years of experience in landscape/irrigation and excavation to include site prep and final grade, trenching and drainage systems.\n*landscape and irrigation\n*hardscapes - paver patios, walkways & retaining walls\n*licensed septic installer \n*concrete prep and install\n\n

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Blue ridge construction
New to Angi

Serving Colfax, WA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

with over 30 years experience installing commercial and residential sprinkler systems, fencing, retaining walls and excavation. We know what it takes to make a top quality product that lasts for decades and that's why we only use professional grade products and materials and we never cut corners.. So if you want quality and expertise please give us a try.

Retaining walls
Retaining walls
Retaining walls
Retaining walls
Small retaining wall

+7

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HH&E
5.0(
2
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Serving Colfax, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Driveway is amazing. Can't wait for the other work. Quick, efficient and not a arm & a leg very affordable. Which isn't something we say much anymore with high inflation"
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Excavating Project
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Excavating Project

+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gelderman Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Colfax, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Gelderman Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Various Projects
Various Projects
Various Projects
Various Projects
Various Projects

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for INLAND EMPIRE EARTHWORKS LLC
INLAND EMPIRE EARTHWORKS LLC
New to Angi

Serving Colfax, WA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi there!\n\nI'm Corbin, owner of Inland Empire Earthworks.\n\nWe're your go-to excavation crew based right here in the Inland Empire region (Cheney/Spokane County area).\n\nWhat we do best: \n- Full-site excavation & grading \n- Land clearing & preparation \n- Trenching, foundations, & utility work \n- Material hauling (dirt, gravel, debris—you name it) \n- Driveways, pads, ponds, septic installs, and whatever else needs moving \n\nWhether you're building a new home, prepping a commercial lot, fixing up rural property, or just need a reliable operator who shows up on time, gets it done clean, and leaves the site better than we found it—we've got the equipment and experience to handle it.\n\n\nLicensed, insured, and ready to roll. Give me a call or text for a free quote. \n\n(509)-934-6495

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FAQs for excavation projects in Colfax, 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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