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Stone Yard Landscape Center

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Stone Yard Landscape Center

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27 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Here at Stone Yard Landscape Center, we are without a doubt the best at what we do and it always shows in our work. We take pride in our professionalism, our employees are always timely and literally experts in the field . With over 20 years of experience in our trades, you can be confident that you are hiring the best company to provide your land needs. We look forward to earning your business!

"Once they get your money, they don't care. Very friendly with big promises, until , they've been paid. Totally different attitude. Will ignore you, wont respond. Looked great until a heavy rain came. Thats when you realize there is a little lake formed. All it would take is a little more asphalt and grading to make it right. They've got your money, and your on your own with the "lake". "

Teresa K on September 2025

Here at Stone Yard Landscape Center, we are without a doubt the best at what we do and it always shows in our work. We take pride in our professionalism, our employees are always timely and literally experts in the field . With over 20 years of experience in our trades, you can be confident that you are hiring the best company to provide your land needs. We look forward to earning your business!

"Once they get your money, they don't care. Very friendly with big promises, until , they've been paid. Totally different attitude. Will ignore you, wont respond. Looked great until a heavy rain came. Thats when you realize there is a little lake formed. All it would take is a little more asphalt and grading to make it right. They've got your money, and your on your own with the "lake". "

Teresa K on September 2025


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JT Excavating, LLC

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JT Excavating, LLC

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29 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

JT Excavating, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

JT Excavating, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.





Precision Grading & Excavating

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Precision Grading & Excavating

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4 years of experience

We specialize in land balancing and grading. From drive ways to large pieces of land that need reshaped or balanced for a nice flat surface. We also provide land clearing services. We can also dig footings, flatten out barn pads, or even prep for concrete to be poured. I have been in this line of work for 4 years but have finally decided to branch out and start my own company. We strive for clear, honest quotes that easily spell out the costs for the project you need completed.

We specialize in land balancing and grading. From drive ways to large pieces of land that need reshaped or balanced for a nice flat surface. We also provide land clearing services. We can also dig footings, flatten out barn pads, or even prep for concrete to be poured. I have been in this line of work for 4 years but have finally decided to branch out and start my own company. We strive for clear, honest quotes that easily spell out the costs for the project you need completed.



Jacksons General Contracting

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Jacksons General Contracting

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Jacksons General Contracting has a mix of union carpenters, union laborers, ex military, skilled laborers, General contractors, Heavy equipment operators and brickies We have our own tools We pick up our mess and are can handle just about anything and everything We own big trucks and and tools to match My team is hard working and ready to go upon contract completion Feel free to contact us about any task need or you have any questions About. We aim to have companies contract us numerous times but we understand that one time is a start for us all Give me a call I will be happy to help you We are just some good old service men extended their hand. DJ owner

Jacksons General Contracting has a mix of union carpenters, union laborers, ex military, skilled laborers, General contractors, Heavy equipment operators and brickies We have our own tools We pick up our mess and are can handle just about anything and everything We own big trucks and and tools to match My team is hard working and ready to go upon contract completion Feel free to contact us about any task need or you have any questions About. We aim to have companies contract us numerous times but we understand that one time is a start for us all Give me a call I will be happy to help you We are just some good old service men extended their hand. DJ owner



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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

The completion timeline for an in-ground swimming pool project typically ranges between 8 to 12 weeks, depending on weather conditions, the complexity of the design, and any unexpected ground conditions encountered during excavation.

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.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

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