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Bulldawg Hydroseeding LLC
New to Angi

Serving Washington, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

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Northeast Georgia Outdoors LLC
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Serving Washington, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"Mr. Hightower and his crew did an excellent job grading our back yard after we had a whole section of trees removed. He even came back after the dirt dried to finish smoothing it out, so it would lay right. Super happy with the fair price, hard work, and attention to detail! I would definitely use them again and recommend them :)"
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Response time4 days
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Southern Dirt
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Serving Washington, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Southern Dirt provided a timely estimate and schedule of work. Job was completed as expected and within expected price range. They were also able to provide recommendations for other services."
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Lot Clearing
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Underbrush Mulching

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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Sapps Construction
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Serving Washington, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It took Joseph and his dad Ray only three and a half days to clear our nearly an acre of land covered by a lot of trees. They did a great job."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
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Extreme Property Solutions LLC
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Serving Washington, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the pleasure of working with David, and I couldn’t be more impressed. He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and honest throughout the entire process. He arrived right on time, which I truly appreciated. The quality of his work is outstanding! My backyard looks amazing, and the sod installation is flawless. I highly recommend Extreme Property Solutions, for anyone looking for top-notch service!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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. 

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

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