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Casper Concrete LLC
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Key West, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Casper concrete did an amazing job on my front driveway and my front porch. The value of my property went up significantly. Due to the addition of my new beautiful driveway. They came in on time and finished it on time. Never had any problems with this company or its workers. I am very pleased with thier hard work. I would recommend Casper concrete to anyone in need of a new driveway or any concrete job needed done. Also their prices were very fair. ð"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Ornelas Lawn & Yard Maintenance, LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Key West, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Samuel Ornelas is an outstanding handyman. He is highly reliable, consistently delivering exceptional quality work. His dependability is unmatchedâ always showing up as promised and completing projects on time. Whether tackling small fixes or larger tasks, Samuelâ s professionalism and attention to detail truly set him apart. Highly recommended!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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. 

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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