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Avatar for Conway land clearing and site prep
Conway land clearing and site prep
5.0(
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Wow! Jeremy & his crew did an EXCEPTIONAL job clearing our site. There were trees, shrubs, random junk, large areas of cement and even sections with slabs of concrete half a foot thick and they just handled it all! Their pricing was reasonable, the scheduling was fast & convenient, and we could not be happier with the outcome. They left a very clean site behind. They are true pros. We will tell everyone we know about Conway Land Clearing & Site Prep!"
Before starting
Installed 5 palms for a customer in there backyard
Before I ever broke ground
During project
Clearing 1 acre

+12

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Avatar for M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

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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."
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Maple next to a house
Maple next to a house

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
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Gatorland Services LLC
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gatorland Services. did a very good job on our yard, had a slope causing rainwater to pool on the concrete deck.Justin the owner advised us to level and grade the area, which he did as shown in the pics included. He is dependable and honest young man,We recommend anyone needing landscaping done to call him."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
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Shepard & Sons, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had Shepard and sons come out and clear about a half acre they were their ontime got the jib done in a reasonable time and very professional would definitely use them again"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

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. 

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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