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Scotts Landscape And Excavation
4.7(
6
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Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott's Landscaping called in the first 24 hours of our signing up with Angie. They showed up to meet us and our yard at the appointed time. They listened to what we wished to have accomplished, gave excellent advise as to the best way to do that. They showed up to do the job when they said they would be here and did everything that the contract stated. T"
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Wilson Excavation
5.0(
2
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Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First time hiring Wilson excavation, overall it was the best experience I’ve had with a sub contractor. He did way more than he needed to and left the job looking a lot better than before even in a big piece of equipment."
Culvert Installation
Culvert Installation
Culvert Installation
Foundation Repair
Foundation Repair

+2

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Moark Excavation LLC
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Moark Excavation LLC is committed to offering the highest quality service with highest quality materials. Joe is committed to excellence in every aspect of his business. His distinction is the quality of service he brings to his customers. Accurate knowledge of his trade combined with ability is what makes him a true professional. Above all, he is watchful of his customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of his business.

Response time2 days
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DryRidge Tree Works
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible tree trimming and land clearing solutions. Whether you're preparing a site for construction, reclaiming overgrown property, or removing or trimming trees, our experienced team delivers precision and care with every job. With top-tier equipment and a commitment to customer satisfaction, we help you clear the way for your next big project. Reach out to us today and get a quote. We would love to help you!\n\n* We Do USE LARGE EQUIPMENT( SKID STEER) MUST HAVE ROOM AND BE OKAY TO ENTER EXIT YARDS IF PROJECT IS IN YARD

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
4P Land Services
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Petty’s Skid steer
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tim Walters Enterprises LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a 12 foot by 25 foot section in my backyard underneath the carport dug out about 15 in down and it was replaced with big rock to give it better foundation because I was having erosion problems. Tim Walter was the perfect guy for the job and did an outstanding job and even did it under estimate all in one day and put top shelf and highly recommend for any landscape issue. John Erway."
Shed Pad
Culvert installation
Shed Pad
RV parking pad with underground drainage for garage gutters
Culvert installation

+13

Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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