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Avatar for Tucker's Contracting Services
Tucker's Contracting Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Ninety Six, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Everything that I ask for was done in a timely manner and he was very easy to work with. Very polite young man. I would recommend him to anyone. Wonderful job!"
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+17

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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Chappell & Associates Construction LLC
3.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Ninety Six, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work was exceptional. Arrived when expected. Finished job ahead of schedule, very professional and respectful. Would recommend to anyone needing grading and or landscaping."
Moving Fill
Grading For Blg Pad
Clearing
Moving Excess Dirt
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+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Looper Residential Construction Management
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ninety Six, SC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

"Noah provided me a quote and was able to come out the next day to take care of my removal. He was perfectly on time, professional, and friendly. I would definitely use his company again for future projects. Thanks!"
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Polatty Landscaping & Lawncare
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ninety Six, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication,\nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best\nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look\nforward to earning your business!

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Palmetto Property Improvement
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ninety Six, SC and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m the owner of Palmetto Property Improvement. We help homeowners and property owners keep their outdoor spaces clean, maintained, and looking their best. We specialize in lawn care, landscaping, property cleanups, and junk/waste removal.\nWhether you need routine lawn maintenance, help cleaning up an overgrown property, landscaping improvements, or unwanted items hauled away, we’re ready to get the job done. We take pride in being dependable, working hard, and treating every property like it were our own.\nOur services include: • Lawn mowing & maintenance\n• Landscaping & yard improvements\n• Brush, debris & yard waste removal\n• Junk & unwanted item removal\n• Garage, yard & property cleanouts\n• General property cleanup\nNo job is too small—if you have a property that needs some attention, reach out to Palmetto Property Improvement for a quote. We’d be happy to help you get your property cleaned up and looking great again.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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. 

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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