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Summer Breeze Landscape & Lawn Care, LLC
4.9(
76
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Jaren to do some excavation around our home and clear out an old fence and some brush. In the process, some serious deterioration of our foundation was discovered. Jaren was able to recommend someone who could fix our foundation problem and he took care of all arrangements. It was nice to have someone who went beyond what we had hired him for to get things done right. Very professional and knowledgeable. Would definitely hire again."
Landscape rejuvenation, drainage remediation 3-4
Landscape rejuvenation, drainage remediation 4-4
Landscape rejuvenation, drainage remediation 1-4
Landscape rejuvenation, drainage remediation 2-4
Remediated drainage/erosion issues

+58

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Wrexit llc
5.0(
3
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Wrex It, LLC did an outstanding job excavating and grading our future building site. Gary and his crew were professional, reliable, and paid close attention to detail. The site was graded exactly as needed, and the work was completed efficiently and on schedule. We are extremely pleased with the results and highly recommend Wrex It, LLC for any excavation or site preparation project."
Pond build
Pond build
Pond build
Pond rehab
Pond rehab

+2

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J&M Construction
4.7(
28
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Javier and his team were wonderful to work with! They created a curved, sage green stamped patio that is stunning. They came promptly, were professional, and very tidy around the work area. I highly recommend!"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+26

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Goch Quality Construction, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Goch Quality Construction did an excellent job power washing my sidewalks and driveway! The team arrived right on time and completed the work even faster than I expected. Everything looks spotless, and their professionalism really stood out. I highly recommend them to anyone in the area looking for a reliable handyman service."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Swords Excavation
4.4(
8
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I bought some land that was nothing but forest. Sword Excavation has been clearing the land building roads, spreading gravel. Can’t say enough great things about this company."
Landscaping Project
French drain system
Landscaping Project
French drain system
French drain system

+26

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Bluegrass Terrain Titans, LLC
4.9(
7
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These gentlemen did an outstanding job with my project. They are passionate about going above and beyond and are extremely hard workers! I will defiantly use them again and highly recommend them, you won’t be disappointed. Thanks guys."
2020 John Deere 333g
Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Horse and Hedge Landscaping
4.8(
15
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Devin has done a wonderful job at making my yard look amazing as well as helping me with recreating old flowerbeds that just need a little bit of love. I love how communicative this company is and can be out almost next day and get the project done."
Mulch Bed
Regular Law mowing
Hedges
Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lightning tree service and landscaping
4.4(
27
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Serving Versailles, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Such a good experience for us. We hired Lightning Tree Service to trim back a large tree that was hanging over our house and power line. They were prompt, did an excellent job and were so nice and friendly. I would highly recommend them."
Pictures work
Pictures work
Pictures work
Pictures work
Pictures work

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

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. 

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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