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Avatar for BIG SKY LAND DEVELOPMENT LLC
BIG SKY LAND DEVELOPMENT LLC
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area.\n\nWe've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing.\n\nBeing a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

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Avatar for Native Stump Grinding, Inc.
Native Stump Grinding, Inc.
4.8(
50
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

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"Chris is very professional, friendly, and talented. Chris is much more than a stump grinding service. In addition to effectively grinding huge palm tree stumps, he met us at the nursery and helped us select palm tree replacements and delivered and handled the entire installation process. He further graded large sections of our property and applied sod to finish the job. Chris arrives on time and did everything that he said that he would do and was an overall pleasure to work with."
Grinding pine stump close to a driveway
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Englewood Hardscaping LLC
Englewood Hardscaping LLC
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Removed over 24" deep beach sand deposited across our 1.3 acre parcel... 80% of work was done by hand. Taking out palm trees killed during the 2 hurricanes in '24 Reinstalling all landscape block aligning the property edge and driveway. Moving the sand to the Western edge of property until Turtle season is over. Yes, they will complete when that time comes. All plants, shrubs and some trees will also be replaced, by them in October 25' A great gratitude for their profession response to our tragedy. They were always Professional, Polite and helpful to assure our needs were met. I highly recommend their services!"
Driveway grading
Concrete removal
Pool paver repair
Pool paver repair
Pool paver repair

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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