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R&N Land Clearing
4.0(
1
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Serving Sioux Falls, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Large amount of work was needed, and job is about 80% complete. Hard workers that want to do a great job. Very courteous and professional when discussing details. They were willing to rent special equipment to get the work finished."
Response time6 hrs
Dean's Tank Corporation
4.7(
17
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Serving Sioux Falls, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This company was quick to respond to my need, setting up a time the very day we spoke. The service technician called when he was on his way, giving a good ETA, and was responsive and polite during our interactions. He reviewed the tight area and the job to remove two old, large fuel oil tanks from the back of the property, and then just got it done. Billing was super easy as he produced the invoice right there. I would recommend Dean's for any similar project."
BTR
BTR II
UST 1
UST 2
UST excavated

+6

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A1 seamless Rain Gutters inc.
4.8(
4
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Serving Sioux Falls, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan was very attentive and responded to all my questions in a timely basis. His bid to reshingle my roof was very competitive, however, I ended up hiring a family member of someone I work with that gave me a very deep discount."
Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
VanDerVliet Excavating LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Sioux Falls, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

\nVanDerVliet Excavating LLC 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.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
S&G Specialty Concrete
3.8(
19
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Serving Sioux Falls, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"I really liked the quick response and customer experience with both owner and workers, but... I wish they would go through more details before work, because I did not think they did all of what was expected from me. Need more fill around concrete work after they were done, Floor level was a question from the start, but they assured that it was correct. Now everything seems way higher than I anticipated, but I can work with it if fill is added. Had a couple of cracks in NEW concrete a couple of days after work completed. They blamed on the hot weather, but my heart sank after all the money spent, to see the cracks! I liked the owner and the workers and wish it would have been a perfect experience, but it was not. I am able to deal with the work imperfections and get my job done so it is NOT a deal breaker. I still recommend this contractor, but be aware that they need to communicate work DESIRED better before work done. I talked with him about a downward grade of the concrete to aide in water flow off the floor, and I do not believe this was done."
first day
day 2
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all done
new garage

+13

Response time2 days
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Sioux Falls, SD

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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