Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Defendable Excavation Plus provided ground leveling, rock and brush removal services for me. A bid was promptly given me, and the service provided was excellently completed in one day. I recommend this company to anyone needing this type of service."
Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"10/10 would recommend to anyone. Came in with a great attitude and was more than accommodating to my needs. Excellent customer service and I no longer experience any flooding! THANK YOU TH EXCAVATION"
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Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very quick response and turnaround time. Hired them to clear and grade about 3/4 of an acre on our property. They came to check out my land and gave me a quote next business day. Started the project the next week and finished same day. Professional and kind crew. I'd use them for future projects."
+4
Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I had an outstanding experience with Shannon at Superior Services. He used his excavator to expertly level, trench, and slope my property, exceeding all my expectations. The cost was very reasonable, and he was impressively punctual throughout the entire project. Shannon's professionalism and skill truly made a difference. I highly recommend his services for any excavation needs!"
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Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Company did an amazing job taking care of our standing dead trees and a couple live ones. They cleaned up everything and handled it very quickly."
Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Sam did an excellent job on our trail project."
+32
Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"HC was a paver contractor, very professional and personable, he recommended someone to me for my project."
Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Extremely well done. Project had flooding issues. The crew dug a drain well, regraded the yard and input a French drain system efficiently, effectively and were really easy to work with. Jimmy was clear, communicative and quick. I will definitely rely on this company again when necessary. Fantastic experience!"
Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Lakeview showed up on time, they did an amazing job. Extra things came up and they took care of it with no problem. They were very friendly and left the house very clean. Love this company. We would not hesitate to hire them again."
Serving Olympia, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I have soooo much more usable property now! Ben had great ideas I hadnâ t thought of to open up my property, and make it SO much more functional. It was wonderful that he was able to bring in and operate a wide variety of machines to make quick work of a big job. He was a big help in sourcing material that was high quality and at a much better price than I could find elsewhere. Highly recommend, and will be hiring again!"
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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