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G&S Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ladies, if you have a husband or on your own, please get a hold G&S Contracting LLC. Stop putting repairs off. Mike is a man of his word and I guarantee he will not empty your pocketbook. Things he has done for me was put up 2 ceiling fans, a window a/c unit, 2 gates on my porch to make me feel safe. All things I could not do on my own. The list goes on and on. Please call, you'll be glad you did. He is a true handyman."
Harp renovation
New deck on Randall home
Kitchen before flooring
Home renovation
New Construction-Residential.

+76

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JLX Services, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Luis was very responsive in the pre- sales and execution phases of the work. I appreciated his timely updates on the progress of the project and his detailed explanations of the process."
5 Acre Lot Before Work Began
5 Acre Lot After Work Was Done
Response time3 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Reed Construction
5.0(
2
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"John does great work, he's reliable, easy to deal with and won't lead you down the wrong path. He's also quick to get with me when I have questions and quick to help me with any concerns or issues I have."
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
SAMS EXCAVATING LLC
New to Angi

Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

SAMS EXCAVATING is 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.

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Double G Enterprises
3.7(
3
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Serving Fort Smith, AR and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Harley and His crew performed their job in a outstanding manner. They're good people to do business with. The crew made sure the area was cleaned before they departed. Thanks"
Finish product in the living room
Handymen Project
Decking
Floor repair
Remodeling - General Project

+57

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hitting hidden rock ledges or shale formations requires specialized equipment that increases expenses. Unmarked underground utility lines in older AR neighborhoods cause delays and repair fees when struck. You must also account for mandatory permit fees, inspections, and dewatering equipment if heavy rain fills the trench. Hauling away unsuitable clay soil and importing engineered fill material add extra expenses to your excavating project.

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You can safely stabilize minor surface erosion by placing straw mulch or erosion blankets over exposed soil. Redirect downspouts and install simple surface swales to keep water away from the excavating site. Photograph and measure surface cracks over time to help professionals diagnose settlement issues. Never hand-dig near utility trenches without contacting Arkansas 811, and never attempt to re-compact backfilled clay soils yourself in Fort Smith.

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Watering landscaping directly against excavated areas accelerates the shrink-swell cycle of Fort Smith’s clay soil, degrading compaction. Allowing downspout runoff to pool nearby causes rapid erosion. Parking heavy vehicles over recently backfilled areas before the ground settles creates premature surface failure. Finally, planting trees near utility trenches without root barriers disrupts pipes over time. Always direct water away from these zones to protect your excavating project.

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Proper soil moisture management during compaction is the most critical factor for excavating success in Fort Smith’s heavy clay. Drainage systems must accommodate intense local rainfall to prevent premature failure. Hiring professionals who understand the transitional geology ensures proper handling of hidden rock and high water tables. Scheduling major backfill operations during the drier fall months produces vastly superior long-term compaction results compared to the wet spring.

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In spring, inspect your excavating site for new erosion channels, sediment deposits, and surface settlement after heavy rain. During the hot AR summer, monitor the ground for wide soil separation gaps and stressed vegetation near drainage trenches. Clear leaf debris from drainage structures and repair minor erosion damage in the fall. Throughout winter, check for frost heave along retaining walls and note any new hardscape cracking.

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