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SIMPSON'S EXCAVATING
5.0(
6
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Serving Terre Haute, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simpsons is the quickest answer I had on how to fix my basement leak. Ronnie came out assessed my situation told me the best plan. When he told me he was gonna be there he was there on the second he said. Great appreciation of his customer service if he had to come in to the house for anything would take his muddy boots off and come in with clean set or plastic wrap coverings 10 out of 10 recommend"
Rebuilding pool deck and releveling the ground for the pool
Retaining wall rebuild
Final grade work
French drains
Demolition on garage

+55

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Gen Earthworks
5.0(
5
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Serving Terre Haute, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job! I would very highly recommend! Work was very thorough and company replied quickly. Very nice people and they don't quit until job is finished. Please contact them for your excavating needs!!"
checking grade
After
Fence line mulching
Rite of way clearing
She shed

+20

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Eco Landscape LLC
New to Angi

Serving Terre Haute, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Eco Landscape LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harcourt Excavation
5.0(
3
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Serving Terre Haute, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yes, honest, hardworking, and gave 110% to make sure we were satisfied. Highly recommended! Harcourt Excavation deserves every one of these five stars! From start to finish, their team was professional, efficient, and incredibly skilled. They tackled our land clearing project with precision, handling everything from site prep to grading flawlessly. The crew was punctual, communicative, and kept the worksite clean and safe. Their equipment is top-notch, and it?s clear they take pride in delivering high-quality results. What really stood out was their attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure we were happy. If you need excavation work done right, Harcourt is the way to go! Highly recommend!"
Response time3 hrs
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Crowley Excavation and Demolition LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Terre Haute, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had no problem with the service. It works great. Reasonable price. I won't hesitate to hire them again if needed. They were professional, ant they were there when they said they would. They did the job quickly. I was impressed."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OTL Excavating, LLC
4.9(
13
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Serving Terre Haute, IN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"We Highly recommend OTL excavating! Tyler was extremely responsive, he came out and gave us a quote on the spot. He stayed in contact with us while we waited for the weather to cooperate. He brought his team and they worked hard to get the job done! They grated our huge circle drive, added multiple parking spaces, rolled it out, had our patio framed and ready. They worked fast and efficiently and got both projects done in 1 day! We cannot wait to hire them again for some more ground work very soon!"
Excavating Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Stone & Gravel Project

+40

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Terre Haute, IN

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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