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Avatar for CTC Landscaping, LLC
CTC Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"It is refreshing to deal with people who provide exceptional customer service. CTC Landscaping does just that. We had our front lawn re-sodded and it looks great. I highly recommend them."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trujillo Gardens, LLC
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Miguel does a great job taking care of my entire yard and shrubbery and grass cutting and aerating and really anything I need he keeps my place looking excellent. Trims bushes seeds and aerates and anything I need great company to work with and very reasonable! Can strongly recommend !!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JP Sheehan Construction, LLC
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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The JP Sheehan Construction L.L.C. family offers Fast, Cost effective solutions. We do what we are supposed to do when we say we are going to do it. Patrick believes in solid Engineering when needed, backed by clear and precise planning to control budgets. Patrick is backed by a Structural Engineer, Architect, Designer as well as Drafting when needed. We plan it out on paper, so everyone knows what is to be expected. This is where we ensure no surprises, for we will build it on paper till we are clear on what is to be accomplished. Patrick meets all clients personally, and oversees all tasks, operations and paperwork personally. We can take what you are wanting to see happen, and make it happen. Where we excel is we listen carefully, and present options and examples. We ensure you are in control. What to expect is open descriptive Bids, backed by References you can talk to. We have one goal, exceed the client expectation.

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Finishing Touch Landscape Co LLC
4.4(
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Finishing Touch Landscaping exceeded all my expectations! Our property had a problem of water runoff causing serious soil erosion that required some excavation, installation of an extended drainage system, installation of railroad ties, topsoil and regrading. The cost estimate was very competitive with other local landscapers and all work was done in a very professional manner. Frank Davis is more than just a landscaper; he is an experienced problem-solver and came up with suggestions that added value to the project without exceeding the budget. He has experienced workmen and makes it his business to supervise the project in person."
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Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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TrueCare Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"I hired them to trim my hedge, take out some patio ties and remove roots from the old plants. Also, they trimmed the lower branches from my trees. I was very pleased. They arrived on time and did a great job! I highly recommend them."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
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City Scapes
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Chris and his crew did a great job. Removed old railroad ties and installed new metal edging. In front they installed new stone edging, removed old bushes and installed new bushes. They cleaned up afterwards."
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Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Bullseye Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"To say Bill and his crew are amazing is a huge understatement. Bill not only did an AMAZING job on our pool excavation, he didnâ t miss a beat with he hit solid rock! He and his guys got through an insane amount of rock and our pool placement was still done on time! In addition, he stepped in after some issues occurred with our Pool Contractor and helped to make the situation better. He didnâ t NEED to do this. He had no obligation to do this. He is just a fantastic, honest and fair person who wanted to help. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!"
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Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bri-Co Construction, LLC
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

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"Harold and his crew demolished a large pool and concrete area including pool equipment. The bid included a high level of detail that other bids did not. Harold addressed my concerns about potential settling and communicated any issues that popped up such as drainage. My neighbor and I appreciated how well they fixed up the yard as the recent heavy rains made the ground soft for heavy equipment. Do give Harold a call for your project. This is an A+ company run by a kind gentlemen."
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%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.

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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