Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"they did foundation excavation, trenches for water, sewer and electric and finish grading. Work was finished in a timelly manner with good results. I would use them again."
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great service. Iâ m very happy with the work that was done. He went above and beyond. Moved my planter boxes and even brought me some fertilizer just to be nice!"
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
Radar underground has been serving the treasure Valley since 2015. We offer any type of excavation site prep, driveways,drainage,building foundation trenchless water lines and utilities.
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They did a good job. Nice work guys."
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Josiah was very friendly and I was so appreciative of him taking the time to answer my questions on a Sunday afternoon. He was very upfront with me and let me know that there would be better alternatives for people to complete the job I needed which was so refreshing!!! I highly recommend him to anyone needing excavation jobs in the area!"
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
In business since 2014
Free estimates
"Bryant finished the job in pouring rain and hail. He could have stopped at anytime, but completed the job. Really great people. I would highly recommend them for your excavation needs."
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
"Austin did an excellent job removing and hauling off a few very large old tree stumps with his excavator. He's very skilled running the equipment he brought out. We will ask him for help again in the future."
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
Free estimates
"Installed 150 road from main thoroughfare to well head. Retrenched and replaced 250 broken water line. Installed 250 underground PVC conduit for electrical Romex wiring from house to well head. All work approved by laudatory State plumbing inspector. Backfilled and resurfaced broken ground. Relocated large quantity of lava boulders and rocks. Conscientious, thorough, outstanding work!"
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He went above and beyond for the final result of the project. Great service. Very reliable."
Serving Placerville, ID and surrounding areas
In business since 2024
Free estimates
"Did what I asked efficiently and cleaned up. Worked quickly. I am very happy with results. He also leveled an are for my greenhouse."
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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