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AJB Excavation, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andrew and his crew were very professional, came out and got to work immediately. I saw immediate results before they even completed the project. Would definitely recommend him for all things excavating, drainage (french drain &, sump pit installation) and landscaping issues."
Home site development
Home site development
Home site development
Driveway build
Home site development

+23

Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Dig One Excavating
5.0(
8
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He worked hard clearing out the honeysuckle and small trees in our backyard. He carried limbs to a dumpster. He pulled out the roots and graded the ground. He was very diligent in meeting my needs and making sure all my requests were met. I appreciate how he spent time walking the property with me to ensure I was satisfied."
Edging driveway
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+3

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Haddix Excavating
5.0(
10
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric is easy to work with and he was able to repair my broken sewer line in a timely manner and with no hassles. He provided high quality work at a reasonable price. I highly recommend him for excavating work."
Clearing
Clearing 2
Leveling
Leveling 2
Barn Pad on Hillside

+30

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kyle's Excavating
4.4(
40
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"In the process of selling our home the home inspector found a pipe sticking out of the ground he thought might indicate the presence of a buried fuel tank. Kyle responded quickly to my inquiry on Home Advisor. He explained what his process would be. He came the next day and sure enough he found a tank. He brought his crew and quickly dug up the tank and properly disposed of it. He and his crew were great. I highly recommend him if you need excavating service."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Curry Outdoors, Inc.
5.0(
8
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did much more then landscaping. They cleaned out my woods and yard, plus much more. They were wonderful and did much more then I could of imagined. I would recommend them to anybody. Great work ethic, hard workers and extremely professional."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dig One Excavating, LLC
5.0(
6
)

Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did exactly what we asked them to do - excellent work! Very happy with the job - they added a 15' pipe onto our current culvert pipe, covered it with soil and then grass seed and straw. Professional and very friendly. Would recommend you give him a call."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Thorpe Site Solutions
5.0(
10
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Thorpe Site Solutions for a big land clearing project and I was blown away by the results. Harry handled everything with his Bobcat like a pro — he cleared brush, leveled the ground, and even hauled away all the debris with their dump trailer. Fast, clean, and efficient. If you need land cleared, this is the team to call!!"
Driveway Repair
Driveway Repair
Home Edition
Home Edition
Home Edition

+5

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AJM AG LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Needed yard leveled so that I could build a patio. He had the work complete within 1 day and was an able to do it without damaging the surrounding yard! He came highly recommended for a reason!"
Cool mornings
Clean for now
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FAQs for excavation projects in Franklin, OH

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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