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Q: Is it better to dig a trench by hand or machine?

• <div><p>It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it&rsquo;s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.</p></div>

Q: Can I use the same tool to edge or trench?

• <div><p>Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase &ldquo;use the right tool for the job&rdquo; 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. </p></div>

Q: What is the cheapest well to drill?

• <div><p>To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you. </p></div>

Q: How deep are water lines buried?

• <div><p>Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-deep-are-sprinkler-lines.htm">sprinkler lines are buried</a> between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.</p></div>

Q: What is a joint utility trench?

• <div><p>A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.</p></div>

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Last update on January 18, 2026

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 April 2025
Did a fantastic job! Interior and exterior painting. Extremely pleased with quality of work.
MOV Painting
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Reviewed in November 2024
Elite Handyman Plus provided excellent service and completed my project in record time. They were able to improvise when the equipment I provided them wasn’t working to correctly fix the problem. As a new home owner, I will most definitely use their services again.
Elite Handyman Plus
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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 June 2024
Absolutely stellar work!!! Today I had shrubs and trees trimmed, gutters cleaned, poison sumac vines removed, and lots of debris removed. This company was extremely professional, thorough, timely, and truly have an expansive skill set! I will use them for all my projects in the future!
R&C Handyman & Hauling
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Reviewed in November 2023
Great quality work and worked good with other contractor on site. Great communication on progress and job was completed on schedule. I recommend anytime I can to someone.
One Shot Insulation & Construction
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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 January 2023
Very quick, came over and replaced the broken piece the same day I called. Would definitely recommend, amazing service!
Super Solutions Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in July 2022
Ryan does a super job. He mows, weed eats, and blows away the trimmings. It looks great after he is finished, and I would not use anyone else. I highly recommend him.
Ryan's Lawn & Landscapes, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
J&H Excavating responded to my quote request within 24 hours & communicated throughout the process. They were able to schedule my job earlier than originally quoted, and charged the quoted price. They completed everything I requested within one day as expected and were very professional and...
J&H Excavating, LLC
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