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Tannahill Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken, is awesome! He is friendly, easy to talk to, and will take care of all your needs. I hired Ken to excavate my front lawn for landscaping. He and his professional helper/excavator, Gearmo, took measurements of my front, backyard and determined the grade of my front lawn using a laser to match the grade of my residential street in front of my house. Ken, also removed some stumps in my backyard, did some grading around my septic tanks, and moved my tough shed in my backyard. Ken prices are good, you definitely get what you pay for. I most definitely would use Tannahill Construction LLC for my excavation needs and recommend him to anyone. My yard and house look amazing, thanks to both of you. Take care and God bless!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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NestEx LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"NestEx provided a quick response for our inquiry for getting our yard graded. He provided a quality job at a reasonable price. I can’t recommend him enough. We are super satisfied with the project and will be using him in the future for any upcoming projects. 11 out of 10."
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Superior Services Contracting LLC
5.0(
58
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an outstanding experience with Shannon at Superior Services. He used his excavator to expertly level, trench, and slope my property, exceeding all my expectations. The cost was very reasonable, and he was impressively punctual throughout the entire project. Shannon's professionalism and skill truly made a difference. I highly recommend his services for any excavation needs!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
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JB and Son Excavating
4.9(
7
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When Jim beginning working on a projeect he won't take a break and things done on time. He was able to finish up my project in a couple days. Jim shows up a lot earlier than expected to the job and I had a great time working with him. I certainly will bring back to do more work!"
Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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TMR Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

TMR Excavation LLC is a locally owned excavation company serving Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality dirt work. We specialize in residential projects including Site prep, Shop pads, Driveway installs, land clearing, grading, trenching, drainage solutions, brush removal, and more. With 10 years of experience working for top regional contractors in both heavy civil and residential jobs, we bring the experience to the private sector — offering honest service, transparent process, expert results, and a job done right. From the first estimate to the final grade, we take pride in getting your project done for you!

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Expedeck
5.0(
24
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Perfect! Very professional estimator & project manager and the work crew was fantastic. Worked 7 days straight, very punctual and extremely tidy. They consulted with me whenever they had a question or to clarify something to make sure it was exactly how I wanted it. Very high quality- I plan to hire them again in the future to do front yard project with pathways & terracing."
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+31

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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COR DEMOLITION LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Yelm, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Jared to help with an addition to our home. He was accurate in his bid and timeline for completion. There were no surprises along the way with exception of the fact he was honest, diligent and the pride he takes in his craft is apparent in the quality of his work. It was a pleasant surprise to see that contractors like this really do still exist. If you are looking to have some construction work done, I wouldn't make a final decision on a contractor without looking at your project and talking to Jared first."
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FAQs for excavation projects in Yelm, WA

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 Yelm, WA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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