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Avatar for MacMillan Land Management, LLC
MacMillan Land Management, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Buffalo, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We have hired Ryan several times for several jobs and are never disappointed. He has cleared several lots for us, done some tree trimming/bush removal and removed a huge oak tree stump from hurricane Helena which was not an easy job. The stump was still in the ground and was well over 5ft in diameter. He has also done some landscaping for us. He is always communicative, professional, and gets the job done quickly. Would highly recommend."
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Green Lawn Specialists LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Buffalo, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Green Lawn Specialists LLC\n\nTransforming everyday yards into breathtaking outdoor living spaces is what we do best. At Green Lawn Specialists LLC, we are a family-owned and operated business bringing over a decade of hands-on expertise to Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina.\n\nWe don’t just maintain properties; we completely elevate them. From lush, thriving plantscapes to luxury hardscaping, our expert team handles every detail.\n\nOur Premier Services Include:\n\nCustom Landscape Design & Plantings: Tailored layouts that bring your yard to life.\n\nHardscaping Masterpieces: Premium pavers, custom patios, and elegant walkways.\n\nRetaining Walls: Durable, beautiful structural and decorative stone walls.\n\nWater Features: custom waterfalls\nIrrigation & Sprinklers: Automated systems \nWe believe in community and honoring those who serve it. We proudly offer exclusive discounts for active military, veterans, first responders, and educators.\n

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D & A Tree Surgeons LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Buffalo, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam and his crew responded quickly in clearing a tree off my mom’s house that fell during the tornado on Thursday, Feb. 6. They were there on Saturday, removed tree, cleared trees from front yard and tarped the roof. A+ in response time and communicating with client. We will use them again!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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