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Accurate Grading and Demolition, Inc.
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"Quick and efficient. Unfortunately, some large globs of concrete outside of the frames were left behind. Is was so wet and a bit muddy, they were probably missed in the cleanup."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Kan Builders
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"I am so glad I went with Kan Builders! They just finished up our pavers and concrete stairs patio, and the backyard looks incredible. The best part of the whole experience was working with Keme. As a woman dealing with home renovations, it was so refreshing to work with her she is incredibly nice and so funny, which made the whole process completely stress-free. The craftsmanship is wonderful, and the team was fantastic from start to finish. I highly recommend them!"
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JH Landscaping
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Turned out that our major landscaping project that JH Landscaping and his work crew completed for us was stellar. My wife and I were thrilled with the results and so grateful for how great our backyard looks now. They did everything we asked of them, and there were lots of extra, unplanned things that needed to get done, while everything got done within budget. His workers were phenomenal, highly skilled, worked really hard, as they, for example, laid every single paver with their own hands, one by one, laid astro-turf, planted all kinds of plans, flowers, ground covers, installed irrigation. systems, major overhaul, took a couple of months, but now look at the the before and after difference! They knew what needed to get done, how to get it done and got it done! Thank you!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Eternal Turf and Landscaping Corporation
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

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Eternal Turf & Pavers is a premier turf installation & landscaping company based in San Diego, California. Our customized service solutions specialize in the design and installation of artificial turf, pavers, and concrete. With over a decade of experience, our expert design & installation team is dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into enduring masterpieces that combine functionality with aesthetic appeal.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

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