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Avatar for Missouri Land Improvement
Missouri Land Improvement
4.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harrisburg, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hello, I’m a local guy born and raised right here in Columbia. I’m available to do all kind of residential ground work from reshaping your property for proper drainage to clearing trees and overgrowth for better views. I focus on selective growth management in which I remove all scrubby trees and undergrowth to maximize the life of the wanted trees. I also clear large amounts of land. I install drainage systems for gutter and footings to get the water away from your house.

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Avatar for Highland Hills Land Management
Highland Hills Land Management
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harrisburg, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With years of experience in the excavation industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or piece of property. We handle all of your excavation and land management needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Highland Hills Land Management a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time4 days
Mower Man 2.0 llc
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harrisburg, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Mower Man 2.0 LLC is a veteran owned mowing business serving Centralia, Missouri, and surrounding communities. I specialize in large property mowing, acreage maintenance, and brush hogging for residential, rural, and commercial properties. As an Army veteran, I bring attention to detail, pride in my work, and clear communication to every job. Whether you need regular mowing or a one time cut, contact me for an estimate

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Avatar for Connor Brooks Excavating LLC
Connor Brooks Excavating LLC
5.0(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Harrisburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"completed the task with great time and looked great once he was done, very trust worthy. and did everything like he said he would to perfection. great to work with and easy to communicate with and will gladly answer any questions! 10/10 would recommend Connor Brooks Excavating LLC."
Abel project
Abel project
Abel project
Abel project
Abel project

+63

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Lewis & Sons Excavating
Lewis & Sons Excavating
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Harrisburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nathan did a great job! I was called out of town so only able to explain what I needed done over the phone. I am very picky about how I want things completed -- I was pleasantly surprised when I came home to find everything done perfectly! Nathan showed up when he said he would, confirmed what I was asking and completed the work within the time frame we discussed, for the price he quoted! I have more work of the same that will need done in the Spring. I will be calling Lewis & Sons to handle the job!"
Land clearing
Basement with walkout
Excavating Project
High profile demo in the middle of town , I removed structure hauled off and put back to grade for the next building pad
Land clearing

+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

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