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Avatar for Greenway Yard & Landscape
Greenway Yard & Landscape
4.5(
40
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Gretna, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul answered my request promptly - was well prepared for the interview ( pictures of walls and blocks available) he listened to what we wanted and was able to work with in our budget and the time frame that we needed. The workers that he sent out to replace the wall were very polite and were experienced in what they were doing. They did a great job and cleanup. I highly recommend Paul Greenway and will look forward to working with him on other projects."
Response time2 days
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Leaf Construction, LLC
5.0(
20
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gretna, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The gentlemen @ Leaf Construction are very professional, hard working, respectful of property, and pleasant to work with. I am definitely going to hire them again. No one else! They work hard. Get the job done right! Applause for Rene' and Miguel @ Leaf Construction company!"
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+17

Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
McLean Earthworx LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Gretna, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is Terron McLean. I am the owner of McLean Earthworx LLC.\n\nI'm a new business owner stepping into the heavy equipment industry with 10 years of heavy equipment hands-on experience.\n\n8 of those years I additionally served, and continue to serve, in the US Air Force as a heavy equipment operator.\n\nWhile I know I still have a lot to learn and don’t have all the answers, I'm passionate about my work and committed to providing the best service possible. I truly value the support and understanding of my clients, as it helps me grow both personally and professionally.\n\nI'm open to taking on new challenges and trying out fresh ideas to meet your needs. Together, we can navigate the way forward, and I'm excited to build lasting relationships while delivering quality results.

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Fieldcrest Outdoor Solutions
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gretna, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Fieldcrest Outdoor Solutions provides professional irrigation, lawn installation, and outdoor improvement services built on precision, reliability, and clean workmanship. We design and install high‑quality sprinkler systems, drainage solutions, landscape borders, and rock beds that are engineered to perform and made to last. Every project is planned with accuracy, from trenching and head layout to backflow integration and system testing, ensuring homeowners get efficient coverage, dependable water flow, and a yard that looks intentional and well‑finished.We focus on doing the job right the first time with clear communication, honest expectations, and contractor‑level quality. \n\nWhether it’s a full irrigation system, new lawn installation, or detailed landscape work, Fieldcrest delivers durable results and a clean, professional finish every time.

Backflow Preventer
Grade Correction
Grade Corrections
Irrigation Planning
Trench Work

+1

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MWC Construction
4.1(
120
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Gretna, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Called MWC multiple times and left multiple messages with no response whatsoever. I even explained that I understood if they didn’t have the capability of performing my work, seeing as I know they might be busy, but still absolutely zero response. I can’t speak to their workmanship, but this alone makes me doubt their ability."
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+8

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Ideal Renovations
4.2(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gretna, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"This company was very professional from the first meeting throughout the entire project. They were timely and cleaned up after themselves (which is a plus in construction)! I would highly recommend Ideal Renovations and certainly plan to use them again."
100% Kitchen Remodel
100% Kitchen Remodel
Steps and Retaining Wall
Concrete Walkway
Retaining Wall

+150

Response time1 day
Recommended by85%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.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

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.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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