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Avatar for ENGLISH EXCAVATING INC
ENGLISH EXCAVATING INC
4.6(
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Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1957

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I live in Meridian Kessler in a home built in 1925.  Ever since we moved in in June 2015 we have had issues with the basement floor drain backing up when a lot of water is being used in the home.  In late December it finally became a larger issue and unbearable.  After several attempts from another company to declog the sewer line were unsuccessful, I called Mick English (who was recommended by a coworker) for a 2nd estimate.  English's offer was HALF of what another highly rated plumbing company on AL's offer was.  It was very apparent that Mick knew what he was doing when he came out to check out our problem and my wife and I felt very comfortable with doing business with him based on his professionalism and what seems to be an expertise/specialization for English Excavating.  
We were very pleased that we did business with Mick and his team.  They were professional and efficient and did a good job of cleaning up after such a major job.  They had to dig a hole 10 feet deep through my entire front yard (20-30 feet from house to sidewalk) and replace old original sewer line with a new PVC pipe.  They did it all in a couple of days, and were quick to respond to my call and get started on the work.  I would definitely recommend English Excavating for anyone in need of a sewer line replacement."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Groundhog Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you want a professional job completed this is your ticket. I needed surface runoff captured and redirected. Then my gravel driveway regraded then fresh stone put down. This gentleman was very meticulous in everything he did. He shot laser lines to ensure water ran off properly. Once he completed drainage, the detailed work preparing the driveway was detailed. He used 3 types of stone, combining the different sizes was to bind all inorder the compaction would be a solid drive. Then he bordered the driveway by fixing 4x6"x12' timbers and secured with lengths of rebar, to contain all the stone. He DID NOT cut any corners. He DID NOT short on materials. This gentelman was really detailed and took his time working this project. YES I would recommend him again. This was $$$$ well spent. GROUNDHOG, Thanks Again !!!"
Response time4 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Silvers Concrete and Paving, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a 25 year old deck 14X16 I final had to give in and have it replace with a New Patio...Silvers Concrete was priced fairly...They used a drone to get overhead of my backyard which helped my see the new patio in place before the old deck was removed...Very helpful...Silvers removed the old deck and replaced it with a new 20X20 Patio with curved front and two wedding cake steps...What a bunch of hard working guys on the crew we had...I spent the whole day watching and asking a few questions...Everything was done First Rate...Started At 9AM Finished At 7PM.Day One...Old deck gone and hauled away...New patio and steps framed, poured, and smoothed in to shape...All trash and construction burden gone...Came back the next day spent 2 hours Backfilling and Reinforcing the outside edge of the concrete and then seed the whole area...Best Group of Concrete Guys I've Ever Worked With...I'm not a Pro but over the years I've had concrete work done...around 5 or 6 times... Yes, I recommend Silvers Concrete And Paving..."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for DENK UTILITIES AND EXCAVATION LLC
DENK UTILITIES AND EXCAVATION LLC
New to Angi

Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are Denk Utilities, a veteran owned and operated company. We do everything from installing sewer and water for residential homes to driveway and site grading. We’d love to have your business and look forward to working with everyone!

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Murrain Excavating, Inc
New to Angi

Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I own and operate a second generation family owned excavating company that my father started in 1964. I have been doing work mainly in Hendricks County for the last 30 years. I specialize in storm drainage, drainage tile, tree and brush clearing, driveway grading and stoning, yard rough and finish grading.

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OnPoint Septic & Excavating Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at OnPoint Septic & Excavating Solutions strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.\n\nwww.onpointss.com

Response time40 mins
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Accelerated Contracting and Excavating Services, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Accelerated Contracting and Excavating Services, 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.

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Knox Septic Sewer Service
4.8(
341
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Serving Thorntown, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great, the company was responsive, on time, professional, and did a great job at a reasonable cost. They pumped just shy of 1,000 gallons and it took about 15 minutes. I would recommend them."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Thorntown, 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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