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JGW Demo & Excavation
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Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

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"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."
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Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bullseye Contracting, LLC
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Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bullseye Excavating, is a class act companyif anyone is looking to have a pond dug, I highly recommend this Company. BILL came and looked at my pond sight, and instantly told me by the lay of the land that my pond could be larger if I wanted so , I told Bill I would like it to be as large as possible. Bill and his crew designed a beautiful pond for me with a small spring fed po.d feeding the larger acre and half pond. I could not be any happier! Thank you Bill,Grandpa, and Kevin! I"
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Response time2 days
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J T Bell excavation
New to Angi

Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

J T Bell Excavation specializes in grading, land clearing, base dig outs, backfilling, trenching, and other excavation services. Reliable work done right for residential and commercial projects

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Sumpter Excavations
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Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Izac was extremely professional and did not leave until I was completely satisfied with his work. He cleaned up and repacked some terribly washed out roads, and created berms to properly divert water. He has exemplary customer facing skills and knows how to creatively solve problems cost effectively. I would definitely hire him again for additional excavation work, and highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J & D FORESTRY SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"J&D forestry service is the best guys for your job. They?re legit and truly know forestry. If you need stump removal, grading or other work give them a call. You will not be disappointed. Plus both guys are veterans."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
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APS Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was performed as expected. We are still evaluating the drainage issues (i.e. waiting for a big rain to see how it is working). New patio (stamped and stained) looks fantastic."
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Mayo Plumbing Co
4.8(
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Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mayo plumbing is amazing! We called John for a leak from our main water line in our basement. He rearranged his schedule to fit us in & didn’t leave until the job was done. He was able to fix the leak with a less invasive method than what another plumbing company we had already contacted quoted us. Many thanks to John! If we ever need plumbing work again, he will be our only call!"
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Loving Mold Removal
4.6(
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Serving Dittmer, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken was responsive and did a wonderful job explaining options on how to handle the issue at my house. He did a great job of keeping me informed as he completed the work and was thorough in securing the site for safe removal."
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FAQs for excavation projects in Dittmer, MO

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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