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Avatar for Smith Gravel and Trucking LLC
Smith Gravel and Trucking LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Pearlington, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We have relied on Smith Gravel and Trucking LLC for years to fulfill our property's gravel requirements. As a reputable family-owned business, they consistently offer competitive pricing and exceptional service. Their punctual deliveries and diverse range of materials make them a pleasure to work with, ensuring they are always our first point of contact for any project."
Clear debris from lot
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Crum Enterprises
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Pearlington, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With 20 + years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.\n

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clingon Professional Earthworks LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Pearlington, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The Clingon Professional Earthworks company was hired to solve a drainage issue in which our driveway had been washed out twice before. They reviewed the topography and made a plan. Before the start of the job several workers measured and reviewed the property. Also durning and after the job was completed they were out monitoring the drainage. I appreciated the total commitment to getting the job done right. They arrived each day in the early morning and worked throughout the day. Very professional and made me feel confident we will not be encountering further issues."
Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
W&J Land Management
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Pearlington, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"W&J Land Management were very committed, punctual, fair price & excellent communication. Always keeping customer first & up to date on any changes that might happen. Easy to work with & I would definitely use this company again."
Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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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