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Dotts Construction and Grading, LLC
4.6(
14
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Serving Woodland Park, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Michael was great to work with. He had the proper equipment to get my site prep done right. He coordinated with the county inspectors and was always on site in a timely fashion. I recommend Dotts Constuction and I will use them again on upcoming future phases of my project."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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K.B. Contracting LLC
4.4(
20
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Serving Woodland Park, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Karsten for a full bathroom remodel. He gutted out old tub, tile, fixtures and counter. I had him install an arched shower floor to ceiling with a shelf and entirely new fixtures. He did the framing, plumbing, tile, and painting for the bathroom making it entirely custom. I’m very happy with the bathroom and the professionalism of Karsten and his team. Thank you !"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Zero Scape/Cement Pad

+25

Response time1 day
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Evergreen Excavation
5.0(
1
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Serving Woodland Park, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner Ryan is absolutely amazing. He was extremely knowledgeable and very professional that I ended up hiring him for several other projects I needed done. He is affordable, efficient and extremely kind. I couldn't have found a better company. Thank you so much again! ?"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for excavation projects in Woodland Park, CO

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.

The Woodland Park, CO homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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