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Avatar for Advanced Construction
Advanced Construction
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan was very professional! He dug out my old septic tank and installed a new tank very quickly. My home was in escrow and time was critical. He also removed a door that was not opening or closing properly, reworked the frame and reinstalled the door. He also repaired a roof leak. Very versatile, an all around good general contractor."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Vista Landscape Management
4.9(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I went through several different estimates for a French drain and sprinkler system for our yard. Michael and his workers installed both well within his estimate and in the time frame he gave. His crew did an outstanding job and they were courteous and helpful. They answered ever question I had. Overall great job. I have absolutely no regrets hiring them."
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Slone Landscape Project Siloam Springs
Slone Landscape Project
Slone Landscape Project
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+12

Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Stewart's Asphalt Paving
4.9(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The rains had washed the entrance to our driveway out and formed a large ditch. After almost a year of posting on some sites this company responded. They repaired and made a new entrance to our driveway. It looks wonderful. They were kind and professional. They got the job done. I give them 5 stars"
Tar and chip
Asphalt
Asphalt
Asphalt
Asphalt

+1

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Boone's Brothers Lawns, Inc.
Boone's Brothers Lawns, Inc.
4.3(
36
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They installed 200+ feet on mulch beds, cut rock tree rings/beds, 18 small trees, 4 large trees, 32 small shrubs and grasses, a gravel drainage area, and a decomposed granite area for a freestanding fire pit. They did an excellent job at a fair price. Very professional and responsive. Will not hesitate to hire them again."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Summit Land Solutions
Summit Land Solutions
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I passed Sid clearing snow from a lot near my business. I asked if he could do ours and was ready to jump to the job. He was quick to give me a quote. Showed up on time and super professional. I am already talking with him about another project. I 100% recommend using summit land solutions!"
Brush/Tree cleanup
Brush/Tree cleanup
Brush/Tree cleanup
Brush/Tree cleanup
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Advanced Construction
4.9(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan was very professional! He dug out my old septic tank and installed a new tank very quickly. My home was in escrow and time was critical. He also removed a door that was not opening or closing properly, reworked the frame and reinstalled the door. He also repaired a roof leak. Very versatile, an all around good general contractor."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Builders - Homes Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Remodeling - General Project
Airel view

+55

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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