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Q: How deep do you dig for plastic edging?

• <div><p>You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it&mdash;2 inches is usually sufficient. </p></div>

Q: How far can I hand drill a well?

• <div><p>The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you&rsquo;re using will determine how far down you can dig. </p></div>

Q: How deep should you bury underground electrical wire?

• <div><p>You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep&mdash;but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.</p></div>

Q: How close can you dig next to a tree without killing it?

• <div><p>As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1&frac12; times as wide as the canopy of the tree&rsquo;s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.</p></div>

Q: How deep should a septic tank be buried?

• <div><p>How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. </p></div>

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Last update on January 18, 2026

Reviewed in November 2025
Hired Melvin and his crew to check on our leaking shingle roof. He checked out the leak, then put a gorgeous metal roof on our home. Took them one day. Melvin went above and beyond. Ended up hiring him to tear out a massive concrete patio and replace it with a deck. He removed and relocated our...
M AND M ROOFERS AND BUILDERS
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Reviewed in October 2025
Exceptional Work by Warrens Contracting and Excavating! I recently hired Warrens Contracting and Excavating to replace four underground downspout drains, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. From the first contact to the final cleanup, the entire process was smooth, professional, and...
Warren's Contracting & Excavating
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Reviewed in May 2025
Ed and his son repaired our pool and replaced the vinyl liner and opened our pool for the season. They are very experienced and hard working and honest. We are extremely pleased with all the work they did. The pool is an In ground 20 by 40 foot pool of 30,000 gallons. We absolutely would use...
The Pool Guys
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very professional and prompt service. Called me back right away and showed up exactly when he said he would for an urgent excavation at our farm. Toby does really great work. Treated us, our land and project with the utmost respect. He involved us in the plan and made certain we were pleased...
Rock River Land Service
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Reviewed in June 2023
Very helpful and professional. Would highly recommend.
Asbury Home Improvements
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Reviewed in April 2023
Very polite and easy to work with. Communication was good also.
Klies Boys Construction LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
Good people, explained everything to us. Suggested products etc.
Hains Plumbing and Drain Service
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Reviewed in March 2021
Furnace would not ignite. The problem was identified a new valve was needed. They arrived with the part and within 40 minutes the furnace was repaired. The burners were adjusted as well.
Super Solutions Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in March 2021
The crew was very conscious about safety and also about their clean-up work. Scott was very personable and knowledgeable about trimming.
Lucas Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
We were looking for someone that would work with us through the self-remodel of our home, someone that was honest and trustworthy and not trying to sell us products that we didn't need. The new furnace project was a big job for us and we had other estimates that seemed to add the 30% tax break...
A.D. BERRY HEATING & COOLING
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