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HRS Builders, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Humboldt, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When you move from another state and do not know any contractors, Its difficult to find a reliable and honest contractor. I interview 4-5 contractors and went with my gut feeling and hired HRS and Sons. (I STRUCK GOLD) as they say. Hiew was honest, his prices were good and he even recommended things that should be done that i didnâ t think about. They did a complete interior remodel. They even did some extra work and didnâ t charge me. I would give this company a 5 star rating."
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ferguson Homes, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Humboldt, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have used this company for several projects. Not only did they do excellent work. They did it in a timely manner, very reasonable and Jamie Ferguson was so professional and kind. No need to look any further. You will be in great hands."
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empty wallot land management
5.0(
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Serving Humboldt, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Wallot was always on time. He stands behind his work and is very professional. I will be using Wallots for all of my fuel management and excavation needs to come. Fast. Reliable. Efficient. Motivated. A real hard worker."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ABsolute Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Humboldt, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent service. Mr. Perry understood exactly what we were requesting, was punctual, reasonable in price and performed outstanding work (both excavations and welding repairs). We are very pleased and have set up another date for more services. Highly recommend!!!"
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+19

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morris Excavating
4.3(
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Serving Humboldt, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"Great to work with. He understood my needs and exceeded them. I will use again without a second thought. If you need any grading to be done Morris Excavating is who you want."
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+5

Response time3 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Humboldt, AZ

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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