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Robert's Landscaping

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Robert's Landscaping

4.86(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Roberts Lawn Care is the premier professional company offering residential services to our clients in the Hartsville area. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with South Carolina's true professionals at work for you!

"Met or exceeded all expectations.?"

Lawrence W on December 2021

Roberts Lawn Care is the premier professional company offering residential services to our clients in the Hartsville area. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with South Carolina's true professionals at work for you!

"Met or exceeded all expectations.?"

Lawrence W on December 2021


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AG Site Services

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AG Site Services

5.00(
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at AG Site Services strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Great service and so helpful "

ELMORE M on October 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at AG Site Services strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Great service and so helpful "

ELMORE M on October 2025


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SC Grading Services LLC

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SC Grading Services LLC

5.00(
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Over 10 years experience with excavation, grading, and all other types of sitework. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Skyler and his crew have done four jobs for me and did an outstanding job. They came in under budget and were absolutely wonderful to work with! I will use these guys for any and everything that I possibly can in the future. Thanks again, Skyler!"

Tony B on March 2025

Over 10 years experience with excavation, grading, and all other types of sitework. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Skyler and his crew have done four jobs for me and did an outstanding job. They came in under budget and were absolutely wonderful to work with! I will use these guys for any and everything that I possibly can in the future. Thanks again, Skyler!"

Tony B on March 2025


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PJs Services

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PJs Services

4.67(
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Super Service Award
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Family owned small company, we treat everyone with respect and how we would like to be treated as well. We strive to give the best price possible while still keeping quality as our number one priority. We can do any projects large or small. One day, extending out to month(s) long projects.

"It was very professionally done. The price was reasonable, he was quick to get to the job, and did everything with no hassle. He was very respectful and trustworthy."

Jordan s on March 2025

Family owned small company, we treat everyone with respect and how we would like to be treated as well. We strive to give the best price possible while still keeping quality as our number one priority. We can do any projects large or small. One day, extending out to month(s) long projects.

"It was very professionally done. The price was reasonable, he was quick to get to the job, and did everything with no hassle. He was very respectful and trustworthy."

Jordan s on March 2025


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JR Scott's Construction

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JR Scott's Construction

4.67(
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8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JR Scott's Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did a great job and completed before deadline. Will be calling for more clearing in the future. We appreciated his concerns and he informed us things we did not foresee. He was open upfront and honest. "

Nikki H on January 2026

JR Scott's Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did a great job and completed before deadline. Will be calling for more clearing in the future. We appreciated his concerns and he informed us things we did not foresee. He was open upfront and honest. "

Nikki H on January 2026


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LeMaster Site Work, LLC

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LeMaster Site Work, LLC

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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

LeMaster Site Work, LLC is a family owned commercial and residential work company in Conway, SC. At LSW, we provide superior site preparation services, including commercial/residential excavation, land clearing, land grading, and dirt/rock/debris hauling.

LeMaster Site Work, LLC is a family owned commercial and residential work company in Conway, SC. At LSW, we provide superior site preparation services, including commercial/residential excavation, land clearing, land grading, and dirt/rock/debris hauling.



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D-CO

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D-CO

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

D-CO has been going strong for many years. Having construction done on your home or office does not have to be stressful. The next time you have a project call D-CO, we have the tools and the experience to get the done right. We happily service Hartsville, SC and many surrounding areas. Our services include but not limited too roof repair, electrical repair, and plumbing repair. Check out our website at http://D-CO-sc.com

"D-Co did an outstanding job! He was very professional! The work performed was very good. I would recommend him for any work!!!"

Pamela J on February 2023

D-CO has been going strong for many years. Having construction done on your home or office does not have to be stressful. The next time you have a project call D-CO, we have the tools and the experience to get the done right. We happily service Hartsville, SC and many surrounding areas. Our services include but not limited too roof repair, electrical repair, and plumbing repair. Check out our website at http://D-CO-sc.com

"D-Co did an outstanding job! He was very professional! The work performed was very good. I would recommend him for any work!!!"

Pamela J on February 2023


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Hunters houses

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Hunters houses

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Transform your outdoor space with Hunters Houses. Our expert team in Florence specializes in excavating services, ensuring a seamless and efficient process for your home projects. Contact us today to bring your vision to life.

"This project was a breeze. Hunter communicated when he would be onsite and how long it would take. He was punctual and did exactly what he promised. What impressed me most was how he kept me informed about the project and his total professionalism. I am going to use his services again within the next three to four months. I highly recommend him."

Jo Nelle S on April 2024

Transform your outdoor space with Hunters Houses. Our expert team in Florence specializes in excavating services, ensuring a seamless and efficient process for your home projects. Contact us today to bring your vision to life.

"This project was a breeze. Hunter communicated when he would be onsite and how long it would take. He was punctual and did exactly what he promised. What impressed me most was how he kept me informed about the project and his total professionalism. I am going to use his services again within the next three to four months. I highly recommend him."

Jo Nelle S on April 2024


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Hero Built Pools

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Hero Built Pools

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience

Every Home needs a Hero. Let Hero Built Home Services be that hero. We are a state licensed and insured plumbing company specializing in water heaters and water treatment as well as any others residential/commercial plumbing needs. Give us a call at 803-840-0036 to schedule an appointment today!

"They were quick and efficient."

Diondra B on November 2023

Every Home needs a Hero. Let Hero Built Home Services be that hero. We are a state licensed and insured plumbing company specializing in water heaters and water treatment as well as any others residential/commercial plumbing needs. Give us a call at 803-840-0036 to schedule an appointment today!

"They were quick and efficient."

Diondra B on November 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Trenches are typically 12 inches to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, your city or county may have specific ordinances that clarify the dimensions needed for the project. For instance, a water pipe may need to be 24 inches deep, but a drainage pipe may need to be 36 inches deep.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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