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Avatar for LEGENDARY LAWN & LANDSCAPES LLC
LEGENDARY LAWN & LANDSCAPES LLC
4.5(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional. Did a very good. I would recommend them to anyone. I would hire them again."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
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Whitetail Loggers, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I've spent my whole life in construction and in the agricultural industry. This is what we love to do and what we are good at.

Land clearing
Debris removal
Removal equipment
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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.

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The Leaky Cellar
4.5(
192
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Lexington, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arrived on time. Work quote was fair and in market average pricing. Repair Tech was very professional. Cleaned up mess afterwards. After months of hard rain, no more water penetration into basement through settling cracks. I would definitely use them again."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Dirt Works Excavating
5.0(
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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

Free estimates

"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!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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