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Avatar for Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Solvang, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience with Expert Home Builders . Polite, knowledgeable, friendly and took extra care . They pay attention to small details. I would recommend 100% to anyone who need remodeling project done."
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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1st Demo, Inc.
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Serving Solvang, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had my stucco stripped completely from my two story house. This task is quite labor intensive, and it would take me the rest of my year to do it, and I didnâ t want to do it. Cleanly done, no nails or detritus left around,worth it to me-very satisfied indeed- Dave Coon"
It is not done until clean
careful removals
Every detail is important
Roof removal
Same day progress

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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Tatum Asphalt
4.7(
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Serving Solvang, 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."
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Constructing New Asphalt Driveway

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Macaluso and Company Incorporated
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Serving Solvang, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Macaluso + Company is a Santa Barbara, California based construction contractor. We leverage the latest in grading and excavation technology in order to offer a diverse portfolio of earthwork solutions to the commercial and residential markets. We are a licensed (CSLB No. 1052716) bonded, insured and accredited (BBB + BCA) California corporation. Our services include excavation, grading, demolition, site development, land clearing, material transport as well as 3D site design, planning and permitting.

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Solvang, 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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