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Avatar for Landworx Construction
Landworx Construction
4.8(
18
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team at Landworx are professionals and did everything they said they would do on this project. We had a major drainage and erosion issue at our property, the team resolved the issue with a plan that they implemented in a safe and professional manner utilizing excavators, skid steers and good old fashion hard work. If we need work in the future around our property, they will be our first call - we highly recommend this firm. Sincerely R and T"
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Deck/Porch

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Captain Make It Happen Complete Home Repair
Captain Make It Happen Complete Home Repair
5.0(
33
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Raymond and his apprentice did a wonderful job replacing all the drawer slides for our kitchen drawers. He was very meticulous with ensuring the hardware he replaced was proper for the job. He showed us how the original slides were installed incorrectly, causing them to fail to work properly. He was pleasant, knowledgeable and timely, and his labor costs are very affordable and competitive. We would not hesitate to hire him for other projects."
Split Rail
Fencing
Fencing
Backsplashe
Tile Floors

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A&G PANHANDLE INC
A&G PANHANDLE INC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional on time completed job Made good suggestions about materials and methods. All overgrown areas removed, leveled the area. applied sand, weed barrier and four loads of white rocks. We are very pleased with the results. Neighbors all impressed with the dramatic change. All done in 2 long days. Beautiful!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Warrior Outdoor Services, LLC
Warrior Outdoor Services, LLC
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Warrior Outdoor Services was able to quickly meet to discuss my project, and quoted the job fairly. Upon my acceptance, Warrior Outdoor was able to complete the initial project within a couple of days with great results. Thank you!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Murphys Outdoor Services Inc.
Murphys Outdoor Services Inc.
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with Murphyâ s Outdoor, and will highly recommend Matt to anyone looking for someone to replace or repair their lawn sprinkler system. Good communication and work ethic."
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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.

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.

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