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Affordable Construction Services
4.8(
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dan laid a concrete pad for a shed. He excavated and leveled the site, framed, rebarred , poured and finished work in a timely manner. His costs were fair and he was extremely courteous. I would not hesitate to recommend him or use him again."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Champ's Handy Worx License Not Yet Provided
4.9(
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jimmie Taylor helped me create a unique garden enclosure and used his knowledge and creativity to deal with some unusual issues regarding the grade of the property. Work was started and completed on time and on budget. Communications were always clear and professional. I'm very happy with the results and can enthusiastically recommend Jimmie and Champs Handy Worx!"
Kitchen Remodel
Custom Kitchen Remodel
custom tile tub/shower
Custom Kitchen Remodel
Pic of old kitchen.

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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L Jones Earthworks
New to Angi

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

L Jones Earthworks 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.

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
M.J. Excavation
4.8(
3
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt has been working for me for over 15 years. He has worked on several of our properties. He has continually beat competitor prices, he the get jobs done on time, and it is always at the upmost quality! He provides quality service at an affordable rate! He is personable, respectful, straight-forward, and is very knowledgeable. His engineering is at par with other competitors, but his artistic approach sets himself above everyone else. He has a lot of knowledge about local resources, wildlife, and plants int he area!"
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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1st Demo, Inc.
4.9(
15
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had two sheds on my property demolished, they emptied the sheds, got rid of everything, they demolished the sheds and got rid of all of that as well. They did a super job, they were on time, worked steadily and completely,cleaned up all of the debris, were friendly and kept me up to date on what was going on. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who wanted quality and honest service."
It is not done until clean
careful removals
Every detail is important
Roof removal
Same day progress

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Tatum Asphalt
4.7(
24
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"Tatum just completed a job at my home. Very very professional. Did an amazing job. Cleaned up all around my home. Workers were friendly. I would highly recommend them for any asphalt job you might have."
Before Overlay Install
After Asphalt Overlay and Rock Install
Before Sealing and Striping
After Sealing and Striping
Constructing New Asphalt Driveway

+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Santa Maria, 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.

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