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Middle Georgia Land Pro
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Serving Cochran, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Customers say: True professional

"I needed a spot cleared for a shop, and Luke with Middle Georgia Land Pro did a great job clearing the spot. He cleared all the trees and bushes for the pad. I highly recommend Middle Georgia Land Pro!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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Miller Earthworks LLC
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Serving Cochran, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Dustin did a great job clearing some land for me. He was quick to address any questions or concerns of mine throughout the whole process and worked in a professional manner. I am very pleased with the job done."
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WALKER SEPTIC & SITE SOLUTIONS, LLC
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Serving Cochran, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Hands down one of the best in the business. Mr. Walker and his crew replaced my septic system and did an awesome job. They were professional, showed up on time, and got everything done quickly and the right way. Highly recommend them if you need any septic work done."
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Rucker Contracting Inc
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Serving Cochran, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Rucker Contracting Inc, is a complete service company that operates with the customer's best interest in mind. We perform top quality work at a fair price and stand behind our workmanship. We count on your satisfaction to grow our business.

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Absolute Site Solutions
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Serving Cochran, GA and surrounding areas

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Offers commercial services

is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business\n

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Trinity General Contracting Pros
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Serving Cochran, GA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

\n Trinity General Contractor Pros is a full-service residential and light commercial contractor delivering quality craftsmanship with integrity and reliability. We specialize in roofing installation and repairs, Fortified roofing systems, storm damage restoration, siding, soffit and fascia repair, gutters, windows, doors, framing, structural repairs, drywall, remodeling, and new construction. From minor repairs to full roof replacements and hurricane restoration projects, our team is committed to doing the job right the first time. We provide thorough inspections, insurance claim support, and dependable project management to ensure every project is built strong and built to last.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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