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Avatar for Frasier Site & Tree Solutions LLC
Frasier Site & Tree Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Iva, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired Frasier Site & Tree Solutions for a tree removal project, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From the initial estimate to the final cleanup, the entire process was professional, efficient, and stress-free. The crew arrived on time, worked safely, and removed a large tree that was in a difficult location without causing any damage to my property."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+26

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hawkins Landscaping
4.8(
57
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Iva, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

"Jeff and his crew were wonderful! They installed sod in our front and back yards. Our lawns look great! I would highly recommend Jeff Hawkins and his crew for any landscape needs!"
Miss sally
Miss sally
Miss sally
Miss sally
Miss sally

+59

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Cowart Land Clearing
Cowart Land Clearing
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Iva, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Had Cowart land clearing come in and remove trees around the property as well as cleaning up the bank around the pond. Very professional job and got the work done in a orderly manner and within the timeline they provided."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Stump removal
Stump removal
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” 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.

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.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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