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Unique Landscaping Service
4.3(
143
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Serving Lake Zurich, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Fabian and Unique Landscaping to install a new paver patio, fire pit, seating wall, pergola, outdoor lighting, outdoor sound system, and water feature. The results exceeded my expectations. The process from beginning to end was great as Fabian had great communication throughout the project. Fabian and his crew worked hard and the results showed. I was completely satisfied with the process and end result. I highly recommend Fabian and Unique for your next hardscaping project."
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KIDS PLAYGROUND AREA
AFTER
PLANTING DESIGNS
Hardscape Projects

+452

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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AKDK Services, LLC
5.0(
46
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Serving Lake Zurich, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am located in Kansas City and needed a contractor to fix a drain at a real estate property I am responsible for in Illinois. Without me being onsite AKDK held communication, followed through with preliminary asks, gave me a reasonable quote, and kept up with our office process and was a pleasure to work with the entire way though. Thank you kindly. I was concerned about being so far away and these types of things can quickly go sour. But he restored my trust and got the job done in excellent fashion."
Power washing
floor treatment!
Waxing
Shiny waxed floor
Palos Heights

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
4.3(
81
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Serving Lake Zurich, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose was very detailed and listened to what I was trying to accomplish for my backyard , he offered solutions for me to choose from and worked within my budget. I would recommend him for any landscaping projects. He takes pride in his work and doing the best job possible."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Toro Total Construction LLC
4.5(
22
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Serving Lake Zurich, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"On day 1 of neighbor’s multi-day project a Toro Total Construction’s truck backed into our metal pole mailbox & bent it at 45degree angle. When brought to Alex’s attention, he immediately assured us he would install new wooden support & attach the mailbox. Each day the neighbor’s project continued, Alex kept us updated when concrete was to be poured & when our new post would be set. Today was that day & his crew did a great job! … AND every interaction was friendly & polite - including my asking for a few specific adjustments. Finally, when they return tomorrow to pick up all their materials across the street, his crew will provide an extra wooden support board for base of our mailbox to attach securely to the new wooden post!! Outstanding!!! I have never experienced such pleasant & responsible workers - and not even our project!! I will be sharing & highly recommending to friends & neighbors!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greenlight Design Group
5.0(
5
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Serving Lake Zurich, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We began a project for exterior landscape lighting, but as we got to know Randy, Mike, and Green Light Design Group, we were so impressed with their capabilities, we substantially expanded our project from exterior lighting, into landscape design, adding gorgeous new plantings, install hardscape replacement, and other substantial improvements. This project was beyond successful. Added true value to our home. Top-notch customer-oriented people! A 5-Star rating is not enough!!!"
Dry Riverbed
Outdoor Illumination
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting

+38

Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T&K Builders LLC
3.9(
7
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Serving Lake Zurich, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience working with T&K Builders. Their team was professional, reliable, and extremely knowledgeable from start to finish. Communication was clear throughout the entire project, timelines were met, and the quality of workmanship truly shows in the final result."
Mall Dr Shell remodel
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FAQs for excavation projects in Lake Zurich, IL

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 Lake Zurich, IL homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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