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Avatar for RD Painting and Maintenance
RD Painting and Maintenance
5.0(
22
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob and Jeremy were great, they did an awesome job. I was in a time crunch with my daughter in school and they really made things happen quickly. I would definitely hire them again when needed."
After
Fireplace complete
Deck/Porch repair
Framing complete
After

+59

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brown's Land Restoration
4.6(
73
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"George Brown and his team are the best tree removal crew we've ever hired. We were already huge fans of George because we were customers of his former lawn service business for years. It was hard saying goodbye to George in his lawncare capacity back a few years ago as he was truly the best and we really liked who he was as a person as well. We needed some very large trees removed from very close to the house recently and knew that George was the one to call. WOW, George and his crew did an incredible job!! They’ve got all the right heavy equipment and highly skilled staff who work in sync with one another in the process. They're the most efficient, skilled tree removal specialists we’ve ever hired and George truly goes the extra mile for his customers. All the “fallout” debris was cleaned up and hauled off afterward, the stumps were ground and the area around where they did the work was leveled and just beautiful. George is a man of integrity and kindness with an unparalleled work ethic. He’s found that in the staff he’s hired to work for him as well. George’s price is right, too! Someone you can trust to do the job right, all the way around!"
After Canopy Lift
Sod Installation
After Canopy Lift
Sod Installation
Sod Preporation

+15

Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Conway land clearing and site prep
5.0(
9
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"It was great- texted me about arrival times as I am deaf. AThe driveway was graded and the limestone put down. Assured me if any problems- just text for response. I am so thankful as few others responded in a timely manner"
Before starting
Installed 5 palms for a customer in there backyard
Before I ever broke ground
During project
Clearing 1 acre

+12

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Gatorland Services LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gatorland Services. did a very good job on our yard, had a slope causing rainwater to pool on the concrete deck.Justin the owner advised us to level and grade the area, which he did as shown in the pics included. He is dependable and honest young man,We recommend anyone needing landscaping done to call him."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
NOCO Kitchen & Bath
5.0(
4
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Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were looking for a company to remodel our kitchen with the sketch we had drawn, we met with 5 companies, no one stood out like NOCO Kitchen and Bath, they understood our reconfigured kitchen concept. Well, we hired them and couldn't be happier!! From great pricing, their professional attention to detail and pride in their workmanship, cleanliness and constant communication; NOCO Kitchen and Bath was outstanding!! We are having them bid on our bathroom remodel! I HIGHLY recommend NOCO Kitchen and Bath for your remodeling needs!!!"
Pantry remodel
Pantry remodel
Pantry remodel
Pantry remodel
Pantry remodel

+15

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

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.

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