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Dirt N' Turf
4.5(
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Serving Hurstbourne, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job excavating my hilly,eroding back yard. Now I will be able to mow the grass on it this spring.Before you could hardly even walk on it. Steve and Jason are great guys to work with. I will have them back to more work for me."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Wrexit llc
5.0(
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Serving Hurstbourne, KY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Great work! Wrex It, LLC completed extensive grading and redlining work around our pond and dam area. GAry?s attention to detail and knowledge of proper drainage and soil management were impressive. The finished project looks amazing and the entire process was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend their services."
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Jones Remodeling
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Serving Hurstbourne, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I first hired A&M for my business to install a few kitchens cabinets and vanityâ s after seeing A&M quality and attention to detail they quickly became my go to for anything kitchen related including tile backsplashes. I have also hired them to do a custom install at my home."
Response time20 mins
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Thomas Mowing & Landscaping, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Hurstbourne, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They always go above an beyond. Their prices are reasonable, You cant get a better rate in town."
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Install

+77

Response time5 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

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.

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.

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. 

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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