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JDS Backhoe Service

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JDS Backhoe Service

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"He is the best operator I've ever seen. He shows up on time and does what he says he'll do."

Rick . on March 2020

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"He is the best operator I've ever seen. He shows up on time and does what he says he'll do."

Rick . on March 2020


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Ridgeway Construction, Inc.

4.88(
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Ridgeway Construction, Inc.

4.88(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Ridgeway Construction Inc is a family owned and operated General B licensed construction company serving the Greater Sacramento area. We specialize in decks, siding, dry rot repairs and remodels but as a General B Licensed Contractor - CSLB Lic. 1083145 - we do everything from fencing, painting, and concrete to French drains and everything in-between whether it's big or small. We do most of the work ourselves and, whether it's our own crew on the job or one of our personally vetted subcontractors, our GC Mike physically oversees all work to ensure consistency of excellence and even puts on his own bags. If you happen to have a project outside of our wheelhouse, or if we feel like we are not a good fit, we will always point you in the right direction. Give us a call today, we look forward to earning your business!

"Excellent he took care of all of my concerns and was able to tackle a project that other handymen would not even return my calls for. Thanks"

Kevin S on September 2021

Ridgeway Construction Inc is a family owned and operated General B licensed construction company serving the Greater Sacramento area. We specialize in decks, siding, dry rot repairs and remodels but as a General B Licensed Contractor - CSLB Lic. 1083145 - we do everything from fencing, painting, and concrete to French drains and everything in-between whether it's big or small. We do most of the work ourselves and, whether it's our own crew on the job or one of our personally vetted subcontractors, our GC Mike physically oversees all work to ensure consistency of excellence and even puts on his own bags. If you happen to have a project outside of our wheelhouse, or if we feel like we are not a good fit, we will always point you in the right direction. Give us a call today, we look forward to earning your business!

"Excellent he took care of all of my concerns and was able to tackle a project that other handymen would not even return my calls for. Thanks"

Kevin S on September 2021


Hays Engineering

5.00(
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Hays Engineering

5.00(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience, Hays Engineering is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"They are very responsible and come through with their work. Very friendly and easy to work with them."

Joel C on November 2019

With over 20 years of experience, Hays Engineering is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"They are very responsible and come through with their work. Very friendly and easy to work with them."

Joel C on November 2019


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Trav-Ex Construction

4.69(
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Trav-Ex Construction

4.69(
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Customers say: Quality work
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Trav-Ex Construction, has a single mission, which is to achieve complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 20 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keep our customers coming back! Give us a call today!

"I just purchased a home that had a canal that runs straight through my property. In order to get to the other side I needed a culvert put it in. I found Travis online and he was responsive and straight forward. Communication was excellent and he did extra things for me such as deliver gravel for me because I had asked him about it. Such a great guy! Would definitely hire him again! And price was fair! Thanks Travis! "

YONGYI H on October 2025

Trav-Ex Construction, has a single mission, which is to achieve complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 20 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keep our customers coming back! Give us a call today!

"I just purchased a home that had a canal that runs straight through my property. In order to get to the other side I needed a culvert put it in. I found Travis online and he was responsive and straight forward. Communication was excellent and he did extra things for me such as deliver gravel for me because I had asked him about it. Such a great guy! Would definitely hire him again! And price was fair! Thanks Travis! "

YONGYI H on October 2025


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THOMPSON'S DEMOLITION & HAULING

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THOMPSON'S DEMOLITION & HAULING

4.94(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great work and very reasonable"

Joset M on January 2025

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great work and very reasonable"

Joset M on January 2025


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August Plumbing

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August Plumbing

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48 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

August Plumbing offers full service commercial and residential plumbing installation and repair We specialize in tankless water heater systems, water filtration, TI and remodel work, sewer camera inspections, repipes, retrofits and much more. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs LIC. # 1097608

August Plumbing offers full service commercial and residential plumbing installation and repair We specialize in tankless water heater systems, water filtration, TI and remodel work, sewer camera inspections, repipes, retrofits and much more. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs LIC. # 1097608


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JAG EXCAVATING & PAVING

5.00(
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JAG EXCAVATING & PAVING

5.00(
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10 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today!

"Great experience, dedicated and professional crew"

alain i on March 2025

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today!

"Great experience, dedicated and professional crew"

alain i on March 2025


Trailscape Inc

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Trailscape Inc

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17 years of experience

We are a company that has specialized equipment to build natural surface trails artfully and sustainably even in very steep and wooded terrain.

We are a company that has specialized equipment to build natural surface trails artfully and sustainably even in very steep and wooded terrain.


Brownsville Sand and Gravel

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Brownsville Sand and Gravel

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40 years of experience

Located in the scenic hills of Brownsville, CA. Our materials yard with rock, landscape and gardening materials, and U-Cart concrete provides a necessary convenience to contractors, and residential customers. With our equipment and trucking yard staged in Marysville, Ca. We are able to efficiently serve surrounding areas and all of Northern, Ca.

Located in the scenic hills of Brownsville, CA. Our materials yard with rock, landscape and gardening materials, and U-Cart concrete provides a necessary convenience to contractors, and residential customers. With our equipment and trucking yard staged in Marysville, Ca. We are able to efficiently serve surrounding areas and all of Northern, Ca.


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Rapid First Plumbing

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Rapid First Plumbing

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Yup. We changed our name from Rapid Rooter Plumbing to Rapid First Plumbing. Why? First of all, because our clients have called us first since 1974; And, because we are not just a rooter company. We are a full service plumbing company. As Rapid Rooter Plumbing we’ve replaced your water heaters, sewer lines, toilets, and have been elbow deep to keep things flowing. Since you’ve called us first for so long, we simply changed our name to Rapid First Plumbing. Same company, same team, different name, and we look forward to providing you with the same great service.

"Office was very responsive. On the day of the appointment the plumber checked to see if he could come early... which was great! He determined what what kind of valves were needed and quickly purchased parts. He completed the work efficiently and was very helpful. Great results. Would hire again."

James H on March 2022

Yup. We changed our name from Rapid Rooter Plumbing to Rapid First Plumbing. Why? First of all, because our clients have called us first since 1974; And, because we are not just a rooter company. We are a full service plumbing company. As Rapid Rooter Plumbing we’ve replaced your water heaters, sewer lines, toilets, and have been elbow deep to keep things flowing. Since you’ve called us first for so long, we simply changed our name to Rapid First Plumbing. Same company, same team, different name, and we look forward to providing you with the same great service.

"Office was very responsive. On the day of the appointment the plumber checked to see if he could come early... which was great! He determined what what kind of valves were needed and quickly purchased parts. He completed the work efficiently and was very helpful. Great results. Would hire again."

James H on March 2022

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FAQs for excavation projects in Sacramento, CA

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 Sacramento, CA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.