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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

4.67(
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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


Ace Basin Excavating

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Ace Basin Excavating

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Please ask us about discounts for military and first responders. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Awesome job done and super nice people to hire to get a thorough completion. All crew workers were polite and helpful. Clean up was spectacular down to the last twig. I will use them always when needed. I recommend, you do too!"

brooke W on October 2024

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Please ask us about discounts for military and first responders. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Awesome job done and super nice people to hire to get a thorough completion. All crew workers were polite and helpful. Clean up was spectacular down to the last twig. I will use them always when needed. I recommend, you do too!"

brooke W on October 2024


Hensley Construction Service, LLC

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Hensley Construction Service, LLC

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9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.


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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



SELLERS SEPTIC TANK SVC

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SELLERS SEPTIC TANK SVC

4.36(
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38 years of experience

Cost determined by job. We accept Visa - Mastercard - American Express

"My wife called after a septic tank service to discuss the service and the lady on the phone was ok but a man in the background was cussing at her about the concerns she had. Will no longer use this company."

Rodney R on July 2025

Cost determined by job. We accept Visa - Mastercard - American Express

"My wife called after a septic tank service to discuss the service and the lady on the phone was ok but a man in the background was cussing at her about the concerns she had. Will no longer use this company."

Rodney R on July 2025


"It was excellent. The owner of the company is professional, on time, and all around very mannerly. I highly recommend them and use them in the future. Prices are reasonable."

shanna j on August 2021

Debris removal Land clearing excavator needs demolition stump/tree removal drains pond dredging

"It was excellent. The owner of the company is professional, on time, and all around very mannerly. I highly recommend them and use them in the future. Prices are reasonable."

shanna j on August 2021


DuBose Excavating & Lawn Care LLC

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DuBose Excavating & Lawn Care LLC

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DuBose Excavating & Lawn Care is a complete outdoor business here to help you with all of your land needs! We are located in Sumter and service all surrounding counties. We offer the following services: Excavating Lawn Care Grading Hauling Driveway graveling Land Clearing Stump grinding Debris removal Mulching & More Let us know if we can help you today! Send us a message here on Facebook or give us a call.

DuBose Excavating & Lawn Care is a complete outdoor business here to help you with all of your land needs! We are located in Sumter and service all surrounding counties. We offer the following services: Excavating Lawn Care Grading Hauling Driveway graveling Land Clearing Stump grinding Debris removal Mulching & More Let us know if we can help you today! Send us a message here on Facebook or give us a call.


Darlington Construction & Trucking LLC

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Darlington Construction & Trucking LLC

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46 years of experience

Hello my name is Tony I am the founder of Darlington Construction the company originated in Flint Michigan in 1980 with one tandem Chevrolet dump truck business in the 80s was very hard and slow hard to find work and make the right connections. We are a contracting company, Demolition and hauling service contractor, Paving, seal coating, concrete work, lot and land clearing, & Septic tank installation. We are a trucking company that haul drive way material and parking lot stone, sand, & gravel.

Hello my name is Tony I am the founder of Darlington Construction the company originated in Flint Michigan in 1980 with one tandem Chevrolet dump truck business in the 80s was very hard and slow hard to find work and make the right connections. We are a contracting company, Demolition and hauling service contractor, Paving, seal coating, concrete work, lot and land clearing, & Septic tank installation. We are a trucking company that haul drive way material and parking lot stone, sand, & gravel.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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. 

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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