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Avatar for Descher Diversified, LLC
Descher Diversified, LLC
4.6(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Jefferson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Descher Diversified has met our grading and excavation needs for years. Not only are they professionals, they are personable, and operate their machinery as if it is merely an extension of their hands and feet. They are the best!!!"
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading

+6

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Gordon's Southern Land Management
Gordon's Southern Land Management
4.4(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Jefferson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did exactly as I asked in a timely manner. Josh was available immediately, which was nice. I was a little disappointed that they did not clear some of the weeds and rocks out of graded area, but then that was not in the agreement. Overall a great job and will ask them back if I have a similar job. Both very friendly, personable."
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga

+10

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tri-P Services
5.0(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Jefferson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ben trimmed plants , Remove debris . Removed weeds, applied fertilizer. Other jobs I needed help with. He was always on time, worked quickly, and always happy and fun. I recommend him to several friends in Del Webb who really liked the work he did for them. Any business would be fortunate to have him."
Landscaping
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Great American Hauling, LLC
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Jefferson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Iâ m in property management and Iâ m always in need of things done within a quick turn around. I reached out to Great American hauling for removal of items from an eviction. They were quick to respond and did the job in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend there services and look forward to working with them again in the future."
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+48

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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.

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