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Castaneda Grading & Excavating
5.0(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Humberto dug out bamboo roots, removed all of the existing dirt 12" down, and replaced it with fresh dirt to 3" below grade so that we could finish our project without worrying that the bamboo would come back. He did EXCELLENT work, cleaned up, was efficient, and just an overall pleasure to do business with. Cannot recommend enough!"
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Finished driveway
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Finish grade 4 inches below sidewalk

+77

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Campbell Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Met with Craig to review the project and agree on a price. Set up a time for the work to be performed. Craig’s team was on the job on time and actually completed it a day early. The workers were fantastic and went the extra mile. I would highly recommend Craig Campbell services."
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+75

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The bathroom remodeling was a remarkable transformation, turning our outdated space into a luxurious retreat. We're enamored with the sleek, modern design that enhances our daily routines with elegance and comfort."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by23%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Good Plumbing Company
New to Angi

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Thank you for viewing my page!\nI am based in Sausalito, California and serve the greater San Francisco Bay area. \nI am licensed, bonded, and insured with decades of experience.\nAsk about discounts offered during these tough economic times!\nContact me directly for more details: @ info@goodplumbingcompany.com or 415-644-8811.\nFluently Speaks: Georgian, English, Russian. \nGoogle Translation Services available as well!\nHow can I help you?\nThere is no job too small or too large to tackle.\nSenior discounts offered as well!

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Rough Plumbing Compilatio

+17

Response time3 hrs
Vargas Landscaping
4.7(
48
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We bought a 'fixer-upper' and of all the contractors (and we have worked with A LOT on this house) he is the top. He is prompt, he always follows through, his team works hard and gets the job done fast and well. If there are any concerns he comes out personally and takes care of them immediately. He is flexible and thinks on his feet. His pricing is very reasonable. There wasn't a thing that we didn't like about working with Nato and team. He is our official go to guy for landscaping and other projects. We trust Nato, his work and recommendations to us We would definitely recommend him to our friends. My husband found him on Angie's list and it was one of the best finds we have had in the 3 years we owned the house."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in El Cerrito, 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.

The El Cerrito, CA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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