Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Offers commercial services
"Professional, knowledgeable attention to detail excellent work done as quoted! Highly recommend Franks Farms and Excavating."
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Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"Estimate & work done same day. Good customer service. Did my lawn care, pressure washed my home, and cleaned gutters."
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Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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"Trey and Jayson were very professional with good communication before, during, and after the job. During the job we agreed on hauling in more top soil, and they were very accommodating and honest about the added cost. Their services were competitive and fair as well. We would definitely hire them again."
Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
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Emergency services offered
"Went pretty quick. Completed a large amount of tasks in a few days. Flexible on plans changing. Looking forward to to doing the next project this spring."
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Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2024
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Offers commercial services
"Contacted Downs Excavating to assist with hauling away junk and debris from flood damage and he was quick to show up and get the job done! Fast and friendly service and have recommended Travis to everyone I know."
Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
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"Tom communicated project details well, provided a detailed quote. The workmanship is top notch and was completed on time."
Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He did a great job and customer service is wonderful"
Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
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Offers commercial services
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n
Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
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Here at Custom Earth Works, we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.
Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
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We pride ourselves on in the work we do for our customer\nClean Fence rows\nClear trees and shrubs on farms\nDo odd jobs with Excavator/Skid Loader\nBuild roadways\nDig footings\nDig basements\nHelped contractor with sports complex putting in drainage
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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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