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DJ property management and excavation
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, MO and surrounding areas

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At DJ Property Management & Excavation, I take pride in honest work, fair pricing, and treating every property like it’s my own. Whether it’s brush hogging, land clearing, mowing, cleanup, or general property maintenance, my goal is to make your property look its best without the hassle. I believe in showing up on time, communicating clearly, and getting the job done right the first time. No shortcuts — just dependable, hardworking service you can count on.

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Meiners Mechanical
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, MO and surrounding areas

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Excavation is in our blood. With over 40 years of hands-on experience, passed down from father to son, we bring unmatched knowledge and work ethic to every job. From small repairs to large-scale projects, no job is too big or too small. We pride ourselves on fair pricing, honest service, and quality work you can trust. When you hire us, you’re getting dependable professionals who stand behind what we do.

Dirt Works Excavating
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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"Great guy who did a great job! Kept us informed on what the issues were he found with our septic lagoon and what was needed to be done to get it fixed. Price was reasonable and job was done in a timely manner. We will definitely use him again for other dirt working needs as we are very pleased with the job he did!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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