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Avatar for Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.

Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.

10936 Rainier Avenue South
4.97(
16
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Approved Pro

Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.

10936 Rainier Avenue South
4.97(
16
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 years of experience

GBE has over 44 years of experience in the utility, demolition and excavation industry around the greater Seattle area. If you want your exterior home or business project completed efficiently and on budget, give the owner Gary Gaston a call. He will personally meet with you on site and walk you through every detail from start to finish so your project runs smoothly. We look forward to working with you!

"No none sense! Super skilled! Beyond expectations."

John B on July 2024

GBE has over 44 years of experience in the utility, demolition and excavation industry around the greater Seattle area. If you want your exterior home or business project completed efficiently and on budget, give the owner Gary Gaston a call. He will personally meet with you on site and walk you through every detail from start to finish so your project runs smoothly. We look forward to working with you!

"No none sense! Super skilled! Beyond expectations."

John B on July 2024


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Pinpoint Construction LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Pinpoint Construction LLC

5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"I had a great experience with this team; they were skilled and professional throughout the excavation and grading process. Their attention to detail and reliable service left me feeling confident and fully satisfied, so I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing quality work and exceptional service."

Sherise U on June 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"I had a great experience with this team; they were skilled and professional throughout the excavation and grading process. Their attention to detail and reliable service left me feeling confident and fully satisfied, so I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing quality work and exceptional service."

Sherise U on June 2025


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Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC

PO Box 188
4.80(
46
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Approved Pro

Bear Creek Asphalt Paving, LLC

PO Box 188
4.80(
46
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
118 local quotes requested

Veteran and family owned with 30 years' experience with a lot of experience in residential, commercial and Government work. Here at Bear Creek Asphalt Paving we are a full-service Asphalt paving company working with our customers to get the job done correctly. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset. We are a general contractor and also do excavation work.

"Very quick response and turnaround time. Hired them to clear and grade about 3/4 of an acre on our property. They came to check out my land and gave me a quote next business day. Started the project the next week and finished same day. Professional and kind crew. I'd use them for future projects."

candace k on April 2025

Veteran and family owned with 30 years' experience with a lot of experience in residential, commercial and Government work. Here at Bear Creek Asphalt Paving we are a full-service Asphalt paving company working with our customers to get the job done correctly. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset. We are a general contractor and also do excavation work.

"Very quick response and turnaround time. Hired them to clear and grade about 3/4 of an acre on our property. They came to check out my land and gave me a quote next business day. Started the project the next week and finished same day. Professional and kind crew. I'd use them for future projects."

candace k on April 2025


Tannahill Construction, LLC

PO Box 189
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

Tannahill Construction, LLC

PO Box 189
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Tannahill Construction LLC it is our mission to provide the highest quality of service all aspects of our business. We are extremely thorough in services that we provide and aim to be very receptive to any client's issues, questions or concerns and handle them promptly and professionally. We take necessary steps to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied with all of our contractual and assumed responsibilities. Above all else, we will fulfill these responsibilities while maintaining the highest ethical standards in both of our work and our character.

"Highly recommend Ken for your plumbing needs. He was very professional, honest, and hard working. He arrived, did the job, and cleaned up leaving the site clean as if he was never there. Very friendly and easy to talk to. "

Neil E on September 2025

At Tannahill Construction LLC it is our mission to provide the highest quality of service all aspects of our business. We are extremely thorough in services that we provide and aim to be very receptive to any client's issues, questions or concerns and handle them promptly and professionally. We take necessary steps to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied with all of our contractual and assumed responsibilities. Above all else, we will fulfill these responsibilities while maintaining the highest ethical standards in both of our work and our character.

"Highly recommend Ken for your plumbing needs. He was very professional, honest, and hard working. He arrived, did the job, and cleaned up leaving the site clean as if he was never there. Very friendly and easy to talk to. "

Neil E on September 2025


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DOUBLE J EXCAVATION LLC

16806 150th St NW Gig Harbor, WA 98329
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

DOUBLE J EXCAVATION LLC

16806 150th St NW Gig Harbor, WA 98329
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are 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.

"Very professional and very punctual on time and worked till job was done explained everything about the job. Very reasonably priced Would be hiring this company again I would highly recommend recommend this company."

Barb B on April 2025

We are 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.

"Very professional and very punctual on time and worked till job was done explained everything about the job. Very reasonably priced Would be hiring this company again I would highly recommend recommend this company."

Barb B on April 2025


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Pablo Landscaping

3908 North West 18th Street
4.86(
99
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Approved Pro

Pablo Landscaping

3908 North West 18th Street
4.86(
99
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

With 16 years of experience the tree and landscaping industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from removal to trimming to . We will treat your home as we would treat our own and e are fully insured for your peace of mind. Give Pablo trees service a call today, we look forward to working with you! Small or big job welcome Ask about our discounted rates for recurring service!

"Job was completed correctly and efficiently. "

Terry S on August 2025

With 16 years of experience the tree and landscaping industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from removal to trimming to . We will treat your home as we would treat our own and e are fully insured for your peace of mind. Give Pablo trees service a call today, we look forward to working with you! Small or big job welcome Ask about our discounted rates for recurring service!

"Job was completed correctly and efficiently. "

Terry S on August 2025


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Dolen Construction LLC

14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

Dolen Construction LLC

14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dolen Construction is a full-service Construction Company dedicated to serving all our customer’s needs. Having more than 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, our in-house experts are sure to have an answer to all your construction desires! We have customers in both the residential and commercial sectors serving large and small clients alike. Call us today for a quote or job walk, we look forward to working with you!!

"The work done was outstanding, the customer service was professional and friendly. Overall it was a great experience!"

Jordan G on June 2025

Dolen Construction is a full-service Construction Company dedicated to serving all our customer’s needs. Having more than 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, our in-house experts are sure to have an answer to all your construction desires! We have customers in both the residential and commercial sectors serving large and small clients alike. Call us today for a quote or job walk, we look forward to working with you!!

"The work done was outstanding, the customer service was professional and friendly. Overall it was a great experience!"

Jordan G on June 2025


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Cornerstone Excavation, LLC

14408 Cherry Creek Pl SW
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Cornerstone Excavation, LLC

14408 Cherry Creek Pl SW
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 local quotes requested

We offer a variety of excavating and septic system services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Went great, very professional, Awsome communication, and plainly got the job done when I needed it! They did foundation cut and gravel/ rock deliveries/ tree removal. Very happy as I always am with working with them! Fair price for great work!"

Nick M on November 2024

We offer a variety of excavating and septic system services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Went great, very professional, Awsome communication, and plainly got the job done when I needed it! They did foundation cut and gravel/ rock deliveries/ tree removal. Very happy as I always am with working with them! Fair price for great work!"

Nick M on November 2024


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EIB Group LLC

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

EIB Group LLC

5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
91 local quotes requested

Founded in 2019, EIB Group is a family owned and operated excavation business serving our local community from Olympia to North Seattle. ***We do not offer oil, diesel or gas tank ground removal at this time. Sorry for the inconvenience*** EIB Group is the preferred general/subcontractor for commercial infrastructure, public works, and residential projects. Our focus is on civil, sewer, land grading, water distribution and interior construction. Favored by real estate investors and home owners, EIB Group can tackle your residential building projects with efficiency and attention to detail. From kitchen and bathroom renovations to garages and additions, EIB group will bring your project to life! Licensed, bonded and insured, with 35 years in the trades, you can be sure we will provide you with the best service and solutions. We overcome any challenge with courage, competence and determination. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"We highly recommend them. On time, honest, very professional and hard workers. Provided competitive bid. Would encourage you to check them out first."

Sterling S on March 2024

Founded in 2019, EIB Group is a family owned and operated excavation business serving our local community from Olympia to North Seattle. ***We do not offer oil, diesel or gas tank ground removal at this time. Sorry for the inconvenience*** EIB Group is the preferred general/subcontractor for commercial infrastructure, public works, and residential projects. Our focus is on civil, sewer, land grading, water distribution and interior construction. Favored by real estate investors and home owners, EIB Group can tackle your residential building projects with efficiency and attention to detail. From kitchen and bathroom renovations to garages and additions, EIB group will bring your project to life! Licensed, bonded and insured, with 35 years in the trades, you can be sure we will provide you with the best service and solutions. We overcome any challenge with courage, competence and determination. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"We highly recommend them. On time, honest, very professional and hard workers. Provided competitive bid. Would encourage you to check them out first."

Sterling S on March 2024


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GBD, LLC

35848 54th Pl S
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

GBD, LLC

35848 54th Pl S
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
168 local quotes requested

Serving our community since 1997 New profile update. NOTE: We have been receiving a lot of small job requests “Labor for hire” and unfortunately we do not have the capability to support small labor jobs. GBD has new dependable equipment with the best operators in the biz. Our single day rate is on the lower percentage of surrounding Excavation Companies but having the best operators and equipment come with costs. If your project and budget is under 1500$ a small landscape Company is probably what your looking for. Feel free to ask if your project qualifies as we are always eager to support. Residential: Turn key excavation projects: New Home sites, Shops, Concrete Pads (ANY SIZE) / Clearing ( ANY SIZE) / Gravel parkinglots (ANY SIZE) / Driveways (ANY SIZE) . Make your property worth it's full potential by utilizing every inch! ( See Web site for details) Commercial/Residential : Turn Key inside building solutions: machinery pad solutions / High density concrete engineered pads / Vaults / Footings. 3 (new) excavators 0 emissions. New building site full earthworks start to finish. We are a small Family owned business that has been in business for 27 years through some tough economical times due to our foundation in which keeps our Co going. Moral Compass, Integrity, pride and punctuality. In 27 years of operation we have 0 leans 0 lawsuits 0 on job injuries. Our company is 4th generation construction ownership. Our values stem from the days where a hand shake and your word was bond. We have definitely found our place in SPS and our surrounding areas to support and build our tradition and values. With cost always a rise in Western Wa we pay close detail to our customers budget and ALWAYS stay honest to our selves and customers.

"I had a large, 100 year old, dairy barn that had collapsed. GBD visited the site, quoted a price to demo the structure. They showed up on time, completed all work as quoted, finished on time and billed exactly what was quoted. Great company to work with. I highly recommend them."

Paul F on March 2021

Serving our community since 1997 New profile update. NOTE: We have been receiving a lot of small job requests “Labor for hire” and unfortunately we do not have the capability to support small labor jobs. GBD has new dependable equipment with the best operators in the biz. Our single day rate is on the lower percentage of surrounding Excavation Companies but having the best operators and equipment come with costs. If your project and budget is under 1500$ a small landscape Company is probably what your looking for. Feel free to ask if your project qualifies as we are always eager to support. Residential: Turn key excavation projects: New Home sites, Shops, Concrete Pads (ANY SIZE) / Clearing ( ANY SIZE) / Gravel parkinglots (ANY SIZE) / Driveways (ANY SIZE) . Make your property worth it's full potential by utilizing every inch! ( See Web site for details) Commercial/Residential : Turn Key inside building solutions: machinery pad solutions / High density concrete engineered pads / Vaults / Footings. 3 (new) excavators 0 emissions. New building site full earthworks start to finish. We are a small Family owned business that has been in business for 27 years through some tough economical times due to our foundation in which keeps our Co going. Moral Compass, Integrity, pride and punctuality. In 27 years of operation we have 0 leans 0 lawsuits 0 on job injuries. Our company is 4th generation construction ownership. Our values stem from the days where a hand shake and your word was bond. We have definitely found our place in SPS and our surrounding areas to support and build our tradition and values. With cost always a rise in Western Wa we pay close detail to our customers budget and ALWAYS stay honest to our selves and customers.

"I had a large, 100 year old, dairy barn that had collapsed. GBD visited the site, quoted a price to demo the structure. They showed up on time, completed all work as quoted, finished on time and billed exactly what was quoted. Great company to work with. I highly recommend them."

Paul F on March 2021

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Tacoma, WA

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

The Tacoma, WA homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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