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These pros consistently receive high praise in customer reviews.These popular pros are highly sought after for their quality and expertise.These pros recognize that your time is important, and are the fastest to respond to requests.These highly recommended pros are experts, ready to help with your project.

These pros consistently receive high praise in customer reviews.These popular pros are highly sought after for their quality and expertise.These pros recognize that your time is important, and are the fastest to respond to requests.These highly recommended pros are experts, ready to help with your project.

Royal Demolition, LLC

Royal Demolition, LLC

Great 4.8

(26)

Great 4.8

(26)

46 hires on Thumbtack
Serves Livermore, CA

Why this pro? This pro is praised for exceptional work, expertise, and a skilled team. They're based in Richmond, CA, hold a license in California (ask if they have the right license for your project), have been in business for 7 years, and handle demolition, concrete removal, and land leveling and grading, with experienced crews.

Why this pro? This pro is praised for exceptional work, expertise, and a skilled team. They're based in Richmond, CA, hold a license in California (ask if they have the right license for your project), have been in business for 7 years, and handle demolition, concrete removal, and land leveling and grading, with experienced crews.

US Demo and Hauling, Inc.

US Demo and Hauling, Inc.

Exceptional 5.0

(12)

Exceptional 5.0

(12)

3 hires on Thumbtack
Serves Livermore, CA

Why this pro? This pro holds a license in California (ask if they have the right license for your project) and serves Moraga, CA, offering pool removal, demolition, and excavation projects. They've been in business for 27 years, and customers describe the crew as professional, friendly, and timely, often noting careful backfill and projects finished ahead of schedule.

Why this pro? This pro holds a license in California (ask if they have the right license for your project) and serves Moraga, CA, offering pool removal, demolition, and excavation projects. They've been in business for 27 years, and customers describe the crew as professional, friendly, and timely, often noting careful backfill and projects finished ahead of schedule.

GMLandscapingco

GMLandscapingco

New on Thumbtack

New on Thumbtack

Serves Livermore, CA

GMLANDSCAPING is small veteran owned father and son business. What we really pride ourselves on is building your yard like if it was our home. We take no short cuts and do it right the first time.See more

GMLANDSCAPING is small veteran owned father and son business. What we really pride ourselves on is building your yard like if it was our home. We take no short cuts and do it right the first time.

5.0

(1)

5.0

(1)

Serves Livermore, CA

At Drake Infrastructure & Groundwork Services (DIGS), we deliver reliable, high-quality site and property improvement services for residential and commercial projects across Northern California. As a licensed Class A General Engineering Contractor (#1146889), we provide the expertise, equipment, and craftsmanship needed to complete work safely, efficiently, and to a professional standard. Services We Provide • Drainage Improvements: French drains, dry creek beds, grading adjustments, erosion repairs, and water-flow management to protect structures and outdoor spaces. • Grading & Earthwork: Site leveling, slope shaping, pad preparation, driveway regrades, and general property contouring. • Excavation & Trenching: Utility trenches, footings, root/stump removal, soil export, and site prep for future improvements. • Concrete Installation: Patios, walkways, driveways, RV pads, small foundations, and extensions to existing concrete. • Fencing Solutions: Wood, metal, privacy, ranch-style, and security fencing for property boundaries and functional upgrades. • Landscaping Enhancements: Rock installations, mulch/bark, lawn removal, clean-ups, and functional design improvements. • Erosion Control & Hydroseeding: Stabilization solutions, slope protection, fiber rolls, and vegetation establishment. DIGS is built on clear communication, dependable schedules, and results that last. Whether improving curb appeal, preventing drainage issues, or preparing sites for future construction, we provide work you can trust.See more

At Drake Infrastructure & Groundwork Services (DIGS), we deliver reliable, high-quality site and property improvement services for residential and commercial projects across Northern California. As a licensed Class A General Engineering Contractor (#1146889), we provide the expertise, equipment, and craftsmanship needed to complete work safely, efficiently, and to a professional standard. Services We Provide • Drainage Improvements: French drains, dry creek beds, grading adjustments, erosion repairs, and water-flow management to protect structures and outdoor spaces. • Grading & Earthwork: Site leveling, slope shaping, pad preparation, driveway regrades, and general property contouring. • Excavation & Trenching: Utility trenches, footings, root/stump removal, soil export, and site prep for future improvements. • Concrete Installation: Patios, walkways, driveways, RV pads, small foundations, and extensions to existing concrete. • Fencing Solutions: Wood, metal, privacy, ranch-style, and security fencing for property boundaries and functional upgrades. • Landscaping Enhancements: Rock installations, mulch/bark, lawn removal, clean-ups, and functional design improvements. • Erosion Control & Hydroseeding: Stabilization solutions, slope protection, fiber rolls, and vegetation establishment. DIGS is built on clear communication, dependable schedules, and results that last. Whether improving curb appeal, preventing drainage issues, or preparing sites for future construction, we provide work you can trust.

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