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Stanley's Home Improvement
3.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Palestine, AR and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well . The crew was fast, competent and polite."
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Perdew Excavating
1.8(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palestine, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are very good in working the soil above a septic field with a very good feel for what is happening to the soil, that is whether to stop or continue working. They do a good job in clearing according to what the owner wants and needs/ They are friendly and work responsiblely."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Delta Dirt & Spray Foam
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Palestine, AR and surrounding areas

We handle your project from start to finish:\n • Land clearing & brush removal\n • Excavation & site prep\n • Grading & leveling\n • Pond building & pond expansion\n • Driveways, pads & trenching\nCulverts and water control \nReliable equipment. Clean results. On-time service.�📞 Call/Text: 662-897-5610�📍 Serving Mississippi

Culvert installation
Culvert installation
Culvert installation
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S&B Consulting Dirt and Cattle
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palestine, AR and surrounding areas

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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The Upton Group
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Palestine, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

The Upton Group, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We provide a variety of quality building, remodeling, and home improvements. You will find that we pay close attention to the details of each and every project. We look forward to building long lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

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.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

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