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Avatar for AllJax, Inc.
AllJax, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

AllJax, Inc. is a locally Owned & Operated Company, by an Active Air Force Reservist. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We take pride in servicing our home town of Pasco County and it's surrounding areas of the Tampa area. \nTo contact us directly, Please call/text (727)457-5380 or Email [email protected] \n

 AllJax, Inc.
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Tree Removal
Grading Work

+1

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Nico's Pro Services
Nico's Pro Services
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I used NPS for a concrete removal project. Nico and crew were very professional and did an excellent job removing the concrete! Well mannered and showed up when he said he would! Very courteous company to work with and would definitely recommend for your project!!"
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Prep

+52

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
California Palms Landscaping
4.3(
28
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I met with Steven from California Palms Landscaping to discuss my landscaping project. Just a few hours later I was sent a detailed and comprehensive quote for what my project would cost me, he even made suggestions that actually saved me money. His crew arrived on the date and time scheduled and did an OUTSTANDING job of converting my dried-out front lawn into a beautiful drought-tolerant and environmentally friendly landscape. They completed their work on time, on budget and cleaned up at the end of each dayâ s work. I definitely will use their services again; I have a backyard to rehabilitate!"
Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Palm Trees Plus, Inc.
Palm Trees Plus, Inc.
4.3(
44
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eloy and Chris removed sod against my home, laid down weed barrier, put in an metal edging and put field stone over the top to protect my home from the weed eating against the stucco. The did a great job."
Landscape
Landscape
Landscape
Landscape
Pavers

+41

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for House Doctors of Sarasota LLC
House Doctors of Sarasota LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

House Doctors of Sarasota LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. \nWww.HouseDoctors.com/Sarasota

Gallery
Gallery
Mobile system
Soft washing roof
Cedar Hom

+17

22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for 4G Contracting & Land Services
4G Contracting & Land Services
4.4(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Danny has been helping us on the property for several years now, everything from cutting down trees, fence installation to drainage and flood control. His professionalism, worth ethic and quality services is why we continue to use him today."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Good junk haul Lics LLC
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cortez, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

"Excellent service! Good Junk Haul Lics LLC did a fantastic job with the junk removal. The team was professional, punctual, friendly, and efficient. They handled everything with care and made the entire process quick and stress-free. Great communication and customer service from start to finish. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable junk removal services. Definitely a 5-star experience!"
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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