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Outdoor Visions
4.5(
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Outdoor Visions to install almost 60 trees as a privacy hedge. Austin was friendly and very communicative, and he and his crew did a great job. They showed up on time, finished quickly, and cleaned up afterwards. I will definitely be hiring them again in the future!"
Response time3 days
Response rate86%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Graceful Gardens of Georgia LLC
4.8(
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Graceful Gardens exceeded my expectations. Jeff and his team were responsive, timely, and efficient. I would recommend their landscaping services to anyone in need because they took good care of my project."
Step tread landing installed around a new timber wall with sod and mulch.
Fieldstone veneer stone wall, steps and flagstone patio installed in Kennesaw.
Boulder wall installed to enlarge area next to a pool.
Shady garden installed leading to front door.
Large paver patio installed with a path leading to the driveway.

+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Graceful Gardens
5.0(
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeff is wonderful to work with. He does quality work and will come back for any questions or corrections. He truly wants to do a good job. He will come when he says he will and has great recommendations for your project. Such a relief to find a contractor like him!"
Dry Creek Bed
Backyard Landscape
Creek Bed
Creek Bed
Backyard Landscape

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chastain Land Development
4.7(
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He does exactly what you ask him to do, does it within the timeframe he sets, and for the price he promises. Very reliable, trustworthy, honest, transparent, and we're having him come back to do more work. He's since done work on two of my neighbors residences too!"
Recent Jobs
Response time2 days
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Waters Concrete Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Water’s concrete did an awesome job of replacing our driveway! Blaine and his entire crew were extremely thorough with a keen eye on detail. The timing of this project was exceptional as the weather conditions were so unpredictable… they waited just long enough for everything to dry up and temperatures to rise to an acceptable level prior to even beginning the job. We couldn’t recommend a company more than Water’ concrete for your concrete projects. Thank you so very much for all your hard work and very competitive pricing! K&D"
Decorative Concrete
Decorative Concrete
Decorative Concrete
Decorative Concrete
Decorative Concrete

+193

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Peach City Renovations
5.0(
7
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Modern Design Haus handled everything—from interior concepts to structural execution. It felt like working with a luxury concierge team. We just stepped into a fully realized space that was styled, sound, and perfectly built!"
Texture Meets Nature
Stone & Steam Spa
Reflected Calm
Bathroom
Warm Modern Kitchen

+33

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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