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Jim Digs, LLC

4.90(
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Jim Digs, LLC

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Jim did the job so fast at a great rate. Looking to use him for other projects!"

Daniel G on September 2023

It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Jim did the job so fast at a great rate. Looking to use him for other projects!"

Daniel G on September 2023


"Contact is immediate and reliable. They cleared the property exactly as I discussed with him and it came in right on budget. DEFINITELY would hire again and will recommend to others."

Jack D on June 2023

Transform your property with professional land clearing and site prep services in Conway, Florida. Our experienced team specializes in excavating, ensuring a smooth and efficient process. Contact us today to bring your home projects to life.

"Contact is immediate and reliable. They cleared the property exactly as I discussed with him and it came in right on budget. DEFINITELY would hire again and will recommend to others."

Jack D on June 2023


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The Mulch and Stone Superstore, Inc.

4.21(
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The Mulch and Stone Superstore, Inc.

4.21(
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Customers say: Quality work
56 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

"Great service and will be hiring them again to perform additional modifications to my landscaping."

MICHAEL D on June 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

"Great service and will be hiring them again to perform additional modifications to my landscaping."

MICHAEL D on June 2023


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The Land Gator, LLC.

5.00(
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The Land Gator, LLC.

5.00(
7
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
37 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

We are a local business serving the North Central Fl. area for over five years. We offer a variety of land improvement services including - Land Clearing / Dirt Work / Property Finishing / Debris Removal / Forestry Mulching / Brush Cutting / Storm Cleanup

"Nathan did a awesome job. He was very professional, prompt and knowledgeable. If you hire Nathan you will be completely satisfied."

B B on April 2025

We are a local business serving the North Central Fl. area for over five years. We offer a variety of land improvement services including - Land Clearing / Dirt Work / Property Finishing / Debris Removal / Forestry Mulching / Brush Cutting / Storm Cleanup

"Nathan did a awesome job. He was very professional, prompt and knowledgeable. If you hire Nathan you will be completely satisfied."

B B on April 2025


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Apex Mulching & Land Management

5.00(
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Apex Mulching & Land Management

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 local quotes requested

We are a family owned and operated company. We offer free estimates on all inquiries regarding mulching services, land clearing, demolitions and more! We provide honest, professional, and good quality work. You will not be disappointed. Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate today!

"Great job Great price"

Alan C on April 2025

We are a family owned and operated company. We offer free estimates on all inquiries regarding mulching services, land clearing, demolitions and more! We provide honest, professional, and good quality work. You will not be disappointed. Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate today!

"Great job Great price"

Alan C on April 2025


East Coast Land Solutions LLC

5.00(
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East Coast Land Solutions LLC

5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

East Coast Land Solutions LLC is family owned & operated with over 40 years experience! We specialize in Drainage, Excavating, Land Clearing, Bob Cat Work, Grading, Site Work, Demolition, Construction, French Drains, Drain Pipe Installation, Culverts, and Dirt Work. We also offer a 10% Veterans Discount. We service Daytona Beach and surrounding areas.

"I don't as a rule post to review sites as there maybe extenuating circumstances as to why something may have happened. But in this case I am so happy with East Coast Land I want to let you know that this is a great company. Simply put, the do what they say they are going to do. Without any intervention from me. I am so impressed with the response and work ethic. They went far beyond what I had expected. I had to do nothing. They did it all. I will tell you honestly that this company is the gold standard that other contractors should aspire to be. I will not hesitate to use them again for any work that they can do for me."

Gary H on August 2024

East Coast Land Solutions LLC is family owned & operated with over 40 years experience! We specialize in Drainage, Excavating, Land Clearing, Bob Cat Work, Grading, Site Work, Demolition, Construction, French Drains, Drain Pipe Installation, Culverts, and Dirt Work. We also offer a 10% Veterans Discount. We service Daytona Beach and surrounding areas.

"I don't as a rule post to review sites as there maybe extenuating circumstances as to why something may have happened. But in this case I am so happy with East Coast Land I want to let you know that this is a great company. Simply put, the do what they say they are going to do. Without any intervention from me. I am so impressed with the response and work ethic. They went far beyond what I had expected. I had to do nothing. They did it all. I will tell you honestly that this company is the gold standard that other contractors should aspire to be. I will not hesitate to use them again for any work that they can do for me."

Gary H on August 2024


T and B equipment services LLC offers land clearing, forestry mulching and more. Also offering skid steer rentals daily weekly and monthly rates


Land clearing, tree removal, brush removal, brush hogging. New small local business looking for weekend work!


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G&C Groundworks

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G&C Groundworks

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1 years of experience

Professional land clearing, excavating company, also offering services such as mulching, pond digging/cleaning, fence row cleaning, driveways, finish grading sites/properties. We offer 15+ years experience. We can also do stump grinding and tractor work. Quick to respond and to give an estimate.

Professional land clearing, excavating company, also offering services such as mulching, pond digging/cleaning, fence row cleaning, driveways, finish grading sites/properties. We offer 15+ years experience. We can also do stump grinding and tractor work. Quick to respond and to give an estimate.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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