Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Offers commercial services
Customers say: Quick response
"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."
Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
AB Excavation is a locally owned and operated excavation and land clearing company based in Highland, Illinois.\nWe specialize in land clearing, grading, and site preparation for residential and small commercial projects. Our work includes Fences, small lot clearing, new home site prep, demolition and haul-off, pond and water feature excavation, and culvert installation.\n\nWe take pride in doing the job right the first time, showing up when we say we will, and communicating clearly with our customers from start to finish. Whether it’s clearing property, prepping a build site, or handling drainage work, we focus on quality workmanship, efficiency, and fair pricing.\n\nWe serve Highland and the surrounding areas and work closely with homeowners, builders, and property owners to get projects completed safely and on schedule.
Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Job was completed in the time quoted, and the cost was slightly below the original estimate."
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Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I will refer this company to EVERYONE I know. They came when they scheduled, the assisted us getting the squirrels out of the holes they created, and their prevention plan is EXCELLENT. Better than Brand Name Corporations that do this business we have been using with NO RESULTS."
Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
J T Bell Excavation specializes in grading, land clearing, base dig outs, backfilling, trenching, and other excavation services. Reliable work done right for residential and commercial projects
Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
With years of experience in the excavation industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or piece of property. We handle all of your excavation and land management needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Highland Hills Land Management a call today, we look forward to working with you!
Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
"diesel dynamics came into my property in warrenton, they graded out drainage for the end of my driveway that had bad runoff issues, they also cleared the sides of the driveway where it was blocked in by honey suckle."
Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Experienced excavating, land clearing, drainage specialists and more
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Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
"Everything went as planned showed up when he said he would and did a fabulous job for a reasonable price would recommend Michael to friends and family needing excavation work performed."
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Serving Portage Des Sioux, MO and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
"Amazing in n out Truly amazed by the work take"
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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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