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Proscape LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pickens, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Proscape did a great job. I have used them for multiple projects. They’ve done everything from Irrigation system installation to drainage to General cleanup and improvement for us. Very reasonable pricing and a do what they say they are going to do which is pretty tremendous in today’s world!"
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Scotty’s Landscape & Drainage
5.0(
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Serving Pickens, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scotty has provided his services for 2 of my projects. One was a bridge across a creek so I could reach some acreage I did not have access to. The other was rip rap around a pond dam to eliminate erosion. Both were excellent, on time and in budgets. Definitely use him again."
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Bates Land And Timber
New to Angi

Serving Pickens, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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Bates Land and Timber is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
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Mid State Welding and Construction, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Pickens, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Hopkins started and finished the Job to my satisfaction. I have used him on two projects and both turned out great. He cleared some debris and did some site preparation for me."
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Robinson Springs demo

+16

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Thigpen Septic Tank Service
4.7(
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Serving Pickens, MS and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"Very professional service. Price was as quoted and less than local competitors. Showed up a little late but contacted us to let us know he was running behind first. Took about an hour to complete the work. Would definitely use them again."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

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.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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