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Avatar for Happy Handyman, LLC.
Happy Handyman, LLC.
4.7(
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Happy Handyman was able to mount bracket and TV above my fireplace. Flawless execution to scheduling to performing the service to cleanup. I would definitely hire again! A+ service!"
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+647

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodchuck Land Management, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exelent service and quality from woodchuck land management crew! They guys showed up on time and got straight to work. Being as I am in a neighborhood everything is real tight and thereâ s not much room to mulch/grind trees and brush, they crew left my property looking 100xâ s better than they found it. Would strongly recommend WLM to anyone that is wanting to add REAL value to their property."
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+28

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Graceful Gardens
5.0(
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeff installed a paver walkway and also installed a stone border for our flower garden, and added plants. He was a pleasure to work with, had great suggestions and is very knowledgeable about plants and landscaping. I strongly recommend Jeff and plan to hire him again on future projects."
Dry Creek Bed
Backyard Landscape
Creek Bed
Creek Bed
Backyard Landscape

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Peach City Renovations
5.0(
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Design Meets Durability Most designers can make something look good, but MDH also makes sure it lasts. The tile work, the joinery, the paint application—everything was done with quality in mind. It’s as functional as it is stunning."
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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Southern Land Mechanics, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"A neighbor had them doing some grading work, Asked and they came over and quoted some foundation work (excavating and waterproofing foundation walls. Also had them remove a section of a concrete and brick front porch, Expand with new steps and redo surface with stamped concrete, Great work through the whole process and this comes from someone has done much of the same work in my younger days!, Very professional and a pleasure to do business with!"
Bermuda Tiftuf
Harley raking
Sod prep
Laying sod
Sod is layed

+74

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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