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Avatar for Descher Diversified, LLC
Descher Diversified, LLC
4.6(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What great brothers and absolutely the best at what they do! They cut trees down, cleared under brush, made a steep slope not so steep, planted grass, pulled some bushes up. Graded around a 60x40 concrete pad and leveled it until it was even and then put gravel around the entire pad. We both are loving the way everything looks and turned out! Thank you Zack and Patrick! We will definitely use your company again!"
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading

+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Stonebridge Landworks, LLC
5.0(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Stonebridge Landworks did an excellent job getting my raw property ready for a new home! Professional quality for fair prices. Just tell Devin what you need and he will get the job done right!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
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Premium Grading and Pipe
4.7(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They did a wonderful job on my property"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace Septic
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Keys Site Development
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Keys development was efficient and the customer service is unmatched! Give them a call, you won’t regret it😎"
Septic system
Septic system
Septic system
Septic system
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Four Seasons Lawn Care of North Georgia
4.8(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John and company built us a fence, stone walk path and also a little patio are with stone. They were very professional and exceeded all of the work. All of the guys were very professional and we could not be anymore happier than we are with all of their hard work. I will be using them as well as referring them to anyone. Thank you John and company!! Gooo Tigers The Bates"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Belchers Earth Shaping
4.5(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Shawn is very detail oriented and great to work with"
Excavation
Mini excavator landscaping , septic systems
Lake kewee
Lake kewee
Lake kewee

+10

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mulberry Property Services
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hydroseeded my fairly large front yard. Turned out amazing! Was very thorough in explaining everything."
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hydroseeding Georgia
4.9(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had 1/2 acre site cleared, trees taken away, home site prepared and debris cleaned up. Also driveway cut in and crusher run brought in."
Sylvan
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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North GA Excavation Group, LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Alto, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"He does awesome work. He is on time, he is honest and fair."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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. 

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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. 

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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