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Green Lawn Specialists LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Buffalo, SC and surrounding areas

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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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Diversified Business Services
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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

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went like clockwork. Great company, fast service, professional workers. They went over and above to make this client happy. They cleaned up so I never would have known they were there, except that the tree was gone. Spencer and Lauren, and their crew, are the best. Would recommend them any day of the week and twice on Sunday!"
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Tree Life Stump Removal & Tree Service
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Buffalo, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tree Life was recommended to us through our realtor. They removed a large oak tree and trimmed several limbs from a few other trees. They were all polite and efficient. There was an unforseen incident which was corrected quickly. All in all a very good experience and would recommend Tree Life to friends."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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