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Ferguson Homes, LLC
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Serving Mayer, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have used this company for several projects. Not only did they do excellent work. They did it in a timely manner, very reasonable and Jamie Ferguson was so professional and kind. No need to look any further. You will be in great hands."
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
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Empty wallot land management
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Serving Mayer, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Wallot was always on time. He stands behind his work and is very professional. I will be using Wallots for all of my fuel management and excavation needs to come. Fast. Reliable. Efficient. Motivated. A real hard worker."
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Ayala's Landscaping and Maintenance, LLC
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Serving Mayer, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent results. Uber, the owner of the company met with me ahead of time to give an estimate and performed the job on time with no surprises. I highly recommend this company. I will probably hire them again for more landscaping projects"
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ABsolute Contracting LLC
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Serving Mayer, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fast and professional service, great communication, and fair prices. I will definitely hire Absolute Construction again. Our yard looks fantastic now, thanks!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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