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TLC Property Services
4.9(
17
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Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At TLC Property Services LLC, we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces with high-quality craftsmanship, professional equipment, and attention to detail. Based in North Liberty, Iowa, we proudly serve homeowners and businesses throughout the surrounding communities with reliable landscaping, hardscaping, excavation, and drainage solutions.\n\nOur company focuses on creating durable, functional, and visually appealing outdoor environments. Whether you're looking to install a beautiful paver patio, build a structural retaining wall, improve drainage around your property, or prepare a site for a new project, our experienced team delivers results built to last.

Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio

+21

Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Sedenka Excavating and Habitat
4.9(
9
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Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Trey contacted me the same day that I placed my request He understood exactly what was needed and handled the entire project on time and on budget. We would highly recommend Sedenka Excavating and Habitat."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Modern Edge Construction, LLC.
5.0(
9
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Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Modern Edge Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Strawberry Point and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Remodeling - General Project
Fangmann’s Property Make Over
Roofing Project
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+83

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cedar Prairie Grading, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Cedar Prairie Grading, LLC, is a locally-owned and operated business that prides itself on quality work at fair prices. We have been in the Cedar Rapids area for many years and we treat each customer as our neighbor. When you want a building pad prepared for your dream home, major excavation or grading, or any other earthwork project completed, call Cedar Prairie Grading, LLC. We have the equipment and knowledge to handle any job.

Prepairing to build pond
Prepairing to build pond
Prepairing to build pond
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Valley Ag Services, LLC
New to Angi

Serving South Amana, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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

1 of 4 driveways crossing deep creek
Start of extending pond and reshaping pond
Cleared about 4000' of trees and shrubs and old fence line
Culvert put in 4 and 4 new driveways . Reshaped the creek so if there is a flood it does not take out driveway and worked out great
About 350 dump truck loads hauled out and filled a large revine  for customer.  We leveled out revine and seeded down so they could build a large dog fence for dogs to run.

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FAQs for excavation projects in South Amana, IA

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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