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Avatar for Billy Hay Excavating And Bobcat Service
Billy Hay Excavating And Bobcat Service
5.0(
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Serving Chiefland, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Job was completed in a timely manner. Went above and beyond expectations. Showed up when he said he would and didn't leave until the job was finished to my liking."
Fire pit
Fire pit
Limestone driveway
Limestone driveway
Limestone driveway

+29

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
5.0(
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Serving Chiefland, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys came out clean, trimmed They came out and fixed my decrepit lawn, very happy with the service their work ethic and their responsiveness, professionalism will definitely bring them back. Any projects I highly recommend."
Q1 Work completed
Q1 Work completed
Q1 Work completed
Maple next to a house
Maple next to a house

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gatorland Services LLC
4.9(
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Serving Chiefland, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great work, my land is level and I am looking forward to growing a beautiful lawn. Justin was a great worker did the job beyond my expectations. I would easily hire him again. Highly recommended."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Skyline Timber LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Chiefland, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Skyline Timber LLC is a trusted local tree service company delivering fast, safe, and professional results across Citrus County and surrounding areas. Known for reliable service and attention to detail, we handle everything from tree removal and trimming to storm cleanup, land clearing and junk removal —always with a focus on protecting your property and exceeding expectations.

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PRO GRADE CIVIL LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Chiefland, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"James and his crew came and prepped a building site for my company, the 40x40 crushed and compacted rock pad was finished less than 24 hours from the time i received the quote. Very professional and knowledgeable crew. Will definitely rehire them for the next project."
Middlesburg
Driveway
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Handyman Ron
5.0(
2
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Serving Chiefland, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ron is a personable man. He took his time to do the work and was fair in his pricing. Even though the weather was a bit uncooperative at times, he was dependable and completed the job. For my part, I would recommend him for decent handyman chores. Unlike several people that promote themselves on this site, he followed through."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FJ Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Chiefland, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offering excavation, dirt work, landing clearing and site work preparation for underground utilities anywhere in Florida. Located in Pinellas but willing to travel. Feel free to reach out for any questions or service needs.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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.

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