Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1997
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"Dan laid a concrete pad for a shed. He excavated and leveled the site, framed, rebarred , poured and finished work in a timely manner. His costs were fair and he was extremely courteous. I would not hesitate to recommend him or use him again."
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
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"Matt has been working for me for over 15 years. He has worked on several of our properties. He has continually beat competitor prices, he the get jobs done on time, and it is always at the upmost quality! He provides quality service at an affordable rate! He is personable, respectful, straight-forward, and is very knowledgeable. His engineering is at par with other competitors, but his artistic approach sets himself above everyone else. He has a lot of knowledge about local resources, wildlife, and plants int he area!"
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"They were gracious, hospitable, did what they sad on time, always communicate with us along the way, and very high touch in terms of their work. I would use them again."
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Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
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Offers commercial services
"He's good at what he does. He showed up on time. Did what he said. I would highly recommend him."
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2011
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"Luis, did a wonderful job installing a retaining wall, pavers, laying sod and river rock edging for us. We are very satisfied with how lovely everything looks."
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Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1998
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Offers commercial services
"I had my stucco stripped completely from my two story house. This task is quite labor intensive, and it would take me the rest of my year to do it, and I didnâ t want to do it. Cleanly done, no nails or detritus left around,worth it to me-very satisfied indeed- Dave Coon"
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Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
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"Tatum just completed a job at my home. Very very professional. Did an amazing job. Cleaned up all around my home. Workers were friendly. I would highly recommend them for any asphalt job you might have."
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Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
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Small jobs welcome
At SRB Construction we are your premier choice for excavation work. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today!
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
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Macaluso + Company is a Santa Barbara, California based construction contractor. We leverage the latest in grading and excavation technology in order to offer a diverse portfolio of earthwork solutions to the commercial and residential markets. We are a licensed (CSLB No. 1052716) bonded, insured and accredited (BBB + BCA) California corporation. Our services include excavation, grading, demolition, site development, land clearing, material transport as well as 3D site design, planning and permitting.
Serving Los Olivos, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
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"Communication was excellent, work was performed with high efficiency, and workers weâ re very professional and courteous."
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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