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Beyond Land Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Welaka, 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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Johnson's Custom Land Care
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Welaka, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eli is terrific! He showed up promptly to quote the job, and gave me a very reasonable price. He was able to do the job right away. Showed up on time and worked all day to get it done. He did great work. I have become a regular customer. Don’t hesitate to use this company. Honest, reliable and hard working. Could not have asked for more."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
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Hometown Land Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Welaka, 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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

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.

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.

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.

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