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Josh Obryan
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Monticello, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great company to work with! Very responsive. They cleared land and mowed and my yard now looks great! Will be using them again! Highly recommend"
Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MDCG Metropolitan Design
4.3(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monticello, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with MDCG was the greatest. The owner was very professional, honest and very friendly. For the work he completed, the price was reasonable. Now, for any of my irrigation needs or water leaks in my yard, I call MDCG and no other company."
CMDP Program Certification
Sodding Project
Grading for Asphalt Driveway
Landscape Hardscape Pavers
Before Landscape Hardscape

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
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Moncrief Excavating, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Monticello, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

A leading construction company in (LOCATION) focuses on providing optimum quality in various construction services. We take great pride in our work as we have during our () years in business. Thus, you can rest assured, that no matter what construction project we handle, we will be giving nothing but highly professional and expert works. Our galleries—collections of photos from previous construction projects—can attest to the amount of time, thought, and effort that we put into the services we provide.\n\n\n \n\n\nOf course, while we strive to provide the most beautiful designs and outcomes, we understand that price is one of the most important deciding factors for clients. That is why we offer the fairest prices for our best quality works. Call today for your free estimate!

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Lancore LandSolutions
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Monticello, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Hey everyone, my name is Hudson Lott. I recently started my own land clearing business and I’m working hard to build a name for myself and my company.\n\nI spent the last 6 years working for other land clearing businesses before deciding to take the leap and go out on my own. I’ve learned a lot over the years, and now I’m putting that experience into my own business.\n\nI take a lot of pride in my work and always strive to leave every property looking right and make sure the landowner is happy with the job. I believe in doing honest work, taking care of my customers, and treating every job like it matters.\n\nI’m just getting started, but I’m excited to see where this business goes. If you or someone you know needs land clearing or property cleanup, I’d appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.

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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. 

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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.

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