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Avatar for Southern Forest Land Management, LLC
Southern Forest Land Management, LLC
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Okatie, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Southern Forest to clear land behind my business. The owner was a pleasure to work with, and he got the job done quickly and effectively. My business looks better maintained, and more professional."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Tradewinds Home Services
Tradewinds Home Services
4.5(
31
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Okatie, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"These guys know the business of landscaping and get it done efficiently and neatly. I think they are terrific!"
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Ledgestone Steps
Paver driveway
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Project Pictures

+2

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Avatar for BPA Land Services
BPA Land Services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Okatie, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I need to get more pictures but these guys did a great job. They flagged it and walked it with me. They helped me clear property line boundaries and created amazing shooting lanes at each stand spot. They arrive early and stay busy working and had machines that didn’t break down or get stuck like others have. I highly recommend these guys! Top notch for sure!"
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BPA Land Worksite Photos

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13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Little Landscaping
3.4(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Okatie, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Very knowledgeable landscaper. Three different lawn care packages of pricing to choose from. The contract is for the entire year, at the same price each month so it is convenient for household budget planning."
Seasonal Color
Seasonal Color
Pool with retaining wall and landscaping
Stepping stones direct traffic
Colonial style garden

+16

Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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