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Q: What do I do if my soil is too hard?

• <div><p>Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look. </p></div>

Q: How wide of a hole does a trencher make?

• <div><p>Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you&rsquo;d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).</p></div>

Q: How deep can you dig for a basement?

• <div><p>Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: How deep can you dig with a trencher?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to dig footers for a deck?

• <div><p>You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.</p></div>

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Last update on December 31, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Dylan was great to work with! He installed my windows in a timely and professional manner. Highly recommend!
DM CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Easy to make appt. He called me in advance to let me know he was on the way. Quickly diagnosed my refrigerator problem. Offered me repair options, cost estimates, and approaches to reduce my overall cost. Efficiently completed my repair for agreed upon cost. Very professional
John Appliances Repair LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
This guy right here is the absolute best… Me and my family are so happy to be able to have our home back thanks to him coming in and fighting our problem… This was money well spent…
T Total Pest Control
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Reviewed in March 2024
Very kind man. Work was honest and he was willing to come back if we had anymore issues
G&F Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Ben, the owner of the company did the work himself and although Iâ m sure his employees are very capable, it was a special touch to have direct contact with the owner as he performed an excellent repair on our gutters. Weâ re thankful to have the gutter repaired. It was well worth calling a...
Badger Gutters
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Reviewed in May 2023
Andrew w Matt P Zach C Austin I Cody C shakim F awesome guys went over the work order made sure everything was correct and clean . Would recommend this group of guys .
West Shore Home Myrtle Beach
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Reviewed in April 2023
The young man was nice, did the job real well. He figured out what the problem was. Cleaned up after himself too.
George's Drains, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2022
Christian responded to our request very quickly. He came the same day and stayed until he finished the job. We would have him back for other jobs and are really glad we met him. We will seek him out for future jobs.
Christian Parks
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Reviewed in May 2021
Jimmy and his crew are hard working......prompt and affordable Their attention to detail is way above and beyond. Would highly recommend him.
MOV Lawncare
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Reviewed in May 2021
Very friendly. Communicated well. Showed up early and went above and beyond in completing the job.
Eagle One General
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