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Fuel Tank Installation Company, Inc.
4.9(
22
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Lakewood, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Totally professional, cordial, & detail oriented. Many thanks to Paul and Ron for doing such a fantastic job! Our large fuel tank had shifted underground, but they handled the unusual situation well. Dig site looks perfect, as though untouched. Too bad we only had 1 fuel tank, because I'd gladly hire them again.Paul even arranged to have our oil burner picked up by someone that may be able to reuse it. Thank you!"
Large Tank Removal
Oil Tank Decommission
Oil Tank Decommission
Oil Tank Decommission
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vestige Environmental
4.8(
24
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Lakewood, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Its a little expensive but you are dealing with potential hazard materials so I get it. The people are super friendly, they were fast, on time and the quality of the work is excellent. Great company and I wouldn't hesitate to hire back."
Soil treatment and export
Mass soil treatment PCS
Plant Volvo 450 Excavator for soil treatment.
Residential UST removal
UST removal

+107

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Sound Property Investments Inc
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Lakewood, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I built several speculative houses and Scott handle the job from start to finish from clearing the lot, setting the elevation for the new home to downspout systems, backfill, sewer hooks, water service hookups and grading the property ready for landscaping. He also does Right of way work for concrete driveway approaches and sidewalks. Would highly recommend this contractor to my friends and hire him again for any future jobs."
Excavation
Excavation
Project Photo
New construction build
Sewer

+102

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for excavation projects in Lakewood, WA

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 Lakewood, WA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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