
Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Offers commercial services
"Professional, knowledgeable attention to detail excellent work done as quoted! Highly recommend Franks Farms and Excavating."





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Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Professional, knowledgeable attention to detail excellent work done as quoted! Highly recommend Franks Farms and Excavating."





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Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"Estimate & work done same day. Good customer service. Did my lawn care, pressure washed my home, and cleaned gutters."





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Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Offers commercial services
"Trey contacted me the same day that I placed my request He understood exactly what was needed and handled the entire project on time and on budget. We would highly recommend Sedenka Excavating and Habitat."

Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
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"Great job. Very meticulous work. Reasonable price."





Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
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Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
At Holmes SkidWorks, we are dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and safe excavation solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. With years of experience in the industry, our team combines technical expertise with state-of-the-art equipment to handle projects of any sizefrom small landscaping excavations to large-scale construction site preparations.\n\nWe pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, punctuality, and customer satisfaction. Every job is approached with precision, ensuring that your project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, and our trained operators follow strict protocols to protect both our team and your property.\n\nWhether you need excavation, site clearing, trenching, or grading, Holmes SkidWorks is your trusted partner for all your earthmoving needs. We dont just move dirtwe lay the foundation for your success.
Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
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"Was very knowledgeable about fixing drainage issues on property. We able to fix all issues and make the yard the most useful it has been since house was built. Very happy."



Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 1987
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Credit card accepted
"Quality people and quality work"





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Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He did a great job and customer service is wonderful"
Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n
Serving Lone Tree, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Here at Custom Earth Works, we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.
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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