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W.E.B. United, LLC
4.9(
40
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Courtyard style home that had a rain water back up by front doors. Bruce took up pavers, installed a catch basin and then a 4" pipe under front doors to an other catch basin, put pavers back and fixed front door. Was very happy with the job."
trailer repair
Trencher & Backhoe
Trailer Repair
Bob Cat Services
Driveway grading

+8

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ASAP Complete Tree Service and Landscape Design
4.6(
51
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"These guys were very professional and were well prepared for my driveway renovation. The owner Theo supervised and when the jobs were done he made sure everything was cleaned up perfectly. This is a very good company to do business with plus I will be using them again for more concrete work."
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Response time12 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Masterpiece Land Builders Corp
5.0(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Highly recommend! did an excellent job on my property. Professional, reliable, and clearly knows what he’s doing. The work was done efficiently, the site was left clean, and the results were exactly what I hoped for. I wouldn’t hesitate to use him again or recommend him to anyone needing excavation work."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mexico & Guatemala Landscaping Services, Inc.
3.8(
105
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Henry was prompt for our visit, with a sensible crew (2 others). His quote for trimming 6 feet x 100 linear feet and removing debris was cost-effective. Fortunately he is flent in English, and I was happy to provide refreshments while they worked. I have other tree trimming and thinning bto do soon. 5 stars. Also, they cleaned up years of leaves which had accumulated over years, an additional value."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CT Smith Construction
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Palm Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired CT Smith construction to fix a drainage issue at our property. We received nothing but professionalism and personalized service. The job site was always clean and Chase was very accommodating and accepting of changes. The rates were fair and the job was done in a very fast and efficient manner. Chase was very detail orientated and gave professional opinions. We would recommend CT Smith construction time and time again. Chase thank you so much it was such a pleasure working with you!!"
Light clearing and mulch
Asphalt patching
Asphalt patching
Asphalt patching
Site prep work

+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

To determine whether your homeowners' insurance will cover crawl space repair, consider the cause of the issue. Repair may be covered if the problems were caused by an event that the insurance covers, such as vandalism or a windstorm. However, companies won't cover the repair if the issues are caused by neglect or wear and tear.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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