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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Guatay - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Guatay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"After dealing with frequent roof repairs, we finally decided on a complete replacement for our Livermore home. Avi kept us informed every step of the way, and the finished roof exceeded our expectations. It's made a noticeable difference during hot summer days."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
1
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Guatay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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!

Silverback Hauling & Demolition
4.8(
99
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Guatay, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This is the second time I've used Silverback and I'm about to call for a third job. They're fantastic! I had an old shed filled with pesticides and rat poop that I wanted gone. Without me even having to be there, Chris came out, took a look and then called me with an estimate of $450.00. I came home later that day and that longstanding eyesore was gone, the rat pooped cleaned up and the pesticides stored in a box and left for me to dispose of at the next neighborhood hazardous waste drop off day. Another great experience."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Down Under Services
4.4(
303
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Guatay, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I cannot rave enough about Warren, Oscar and the whole team. In June of 2014, Down aunder Services landscaped our entire backyard (almost a third of an acre), transforming a rocky, dirt-filled wasteland into a gorgeous, lush space with a tiered hill and grass. WOW! We loved it so much that we signed up for their maintenance (gardening) services as well and most recently hired them again for our front yard. The prices are also extremely reasonable and I appreciated the open lines of communication. They finish every job on time and are very transparent about costs and expectations. We are moving to a new home and will be calling Warren again for all of our future landscaping needs there as well.
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
Green Sphere Demolition, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Guatay, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an almost forty year old non functioning swimming pool partially demolished and backfilled. The wrought iron fencing surrounding it was removed as well as an old aluminum playground set in another part of the yard. Green Sphere Demolition informed me about what the job would entail and answered my questions at every step during the process. They pulled all of the necessary permits and made sure the city inspectors approved the plan and signed off on the job upon completion. I would hire this company again."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by10%of homeowners
Avatar for CalPacific power & pipeline
CalPacific power & pipeline
4.7(
31
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Guatay, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We ran into a problem replacing an electrical outlet in the kitchen (loose/unattached wires) and Mike at CalPacific Electric and Cable responded promptly and performed the work at a reasonable price. It literally took him less than 10 minutes to solve the problem and repair. I want to mention how hard it is sometimes to find help that will take the time to tackle a small job like this one. Many others simply did not respond to my request or wanted an outrageous standard fee just to show up for the work. It may not be for the big bucks, but I appreciate CalPacific helping us out."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Apollo Pavers
3.9(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Guatay, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

"Our experience with Apollo Pavers was exceptional.  We contacted four different paver companies, and Apollo was the only company to create a professional design up front.  Paola, Apollo's design architect, even revised our design (complete with CAD drawing) at no charge before a contract was signed.  Her design was beautiful, and incorporated all of our original ideas plus some thoughts of her own.  The contract itself was very detailed and professional, and clearly spelled out every phase of the project.
Everyone in the company was very pleasant to deal with, and patiently answered all of our questions, both up front and throughout the project.  The work proceeded without delay, and there were no surprises.  The workers were all friendly and courteous, and worked extremely hard.  Apollo promptly replaced the sod in the front yard which was damaged during the project, as was promised in the beginning.
The final outcome of the project exceeded our expectations, and is beautiful.  Everyone who has seen our backyard has been very impressed.  We would recommend Apollo Pavers without hesitation.
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Guatay, 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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