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Applegate Excavating & Sewer Service
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Serving Lowder, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation and sewer services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eddington Builds
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Serving Lowder, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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From the first scoop of dirt to the final nail in the deck, Eddington Builds is your single source for professional property upgrades. We combine heavy-duty excavation power with expert craftsmanship to handle every phase of your outdoor project. Whether you need land cleared and leveled, a new concrete driveway or patio poured, or a custom-built deck and fence to finish the space, our team of specialized pros delivers.

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BCD Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Lowder, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"BCD Excavation took on the project of demolition and complete rebuild of my 36 x 48 garage and did an AMAZING job! They showed up when they said, worked hard and completely the project on time with GREAT quality!!!"
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing
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Serving Lowder, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"Rick Ray plumbing did a great job! They were true to their estimate, came when they said they would and were very neat and cleaned up the mess. Toilets work great!! Would definitely recommend them!!"
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FAQs for excavation projects in Lowder, 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 Lowder, IL homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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