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Beyond Land Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving San Mateo, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bobby from beyond land solutions came out and removed a few stumps and roots for me, added dirt and graded over nicely. I hight recommend this business for all your needs! I will be calling him back in the future for any and all needs. He was fast and efficient and didn?t break the bank."
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Hometown Land Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving San Mateo, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.\n

Response time3 hrs
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Champhousellc
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving San Mateo, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m the owner of Champ House LLC, a hardscape and landscape construction company dedicated to delivering quality craftsmanship and dependable service. With over 20 years of experience operating heavy equipment and working in construction, I specialize in pavers, concrete, grading, excavation, demolition, drainage, and property improvements.\n\nI believe in leading by example, working hard, and treating every project as if it were my own. Safety, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction are the foundation of my business. Whether I’m managing a crew or operating equipment, I take pride in producing work that lasts.\n\nI’m always looking for dependable, motivated people who want to learn, take pride in their work, and be part of a growing company that values integrity, teamwork, and quality.

Demolition  paver install
New sod and mulch
Prep work / new sod
New sod
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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.

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