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Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.

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Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.

4.39(
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Customers say: Quality work
231 local quotes requested
100 years of experience

Hill Plumbing & Air has been proudly serving the Sumter and Florence communities since 1925 with expert plumbing services and now Heating and Air Conditioning services as well. Our goal is to continue the proud tradition and build successful longstanding relationships with our customers through providing quality service, offering competitive pricing and going above and beyond with attention to detail in everything we do. We take pride in our services and educating our customers as well!

"Punctual and professional. We were on a tight timeline and the his follow up was great."

Rafael R on February 2025

Hill Plumbing & Air has been proudly serving the Sumter and Florence communities since 1925 with expert plumbing services and now Heating and Air Conditioning services as well. Our goal is to continue the proud tradition and build successful longstanding relationships with our customers through providing quality service, offering competitive pricing and going above and beyond with attention to detail in everything we do. We take pride in our services and educating our customers as well!

"Punctual and professional. We were on a tight timeline and the his follow up was great."

Rafael R on February 2025


Hensley Construction Service, LLC

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Hensley Construction Service, LLC

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8 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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V.B. Hawthorne & Son, Inc.

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V.B. Hawthorne & Son, Inc.

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

VB Hawthorne and Son, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

VB Hawthorne and Son, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!


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LeMaster Site Work, LLC

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LeMaster Site Work, LLC

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46 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

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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SC Grading Services LLC

5.00(
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SC Grading Services LLC

5.00(
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15 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

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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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

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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Peedee Landworks

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Peedee Landworks

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great job"

Sandra B on June 2023

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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great job"

Sandra B on June 2023


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Fairfield Industrial Services

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Fairfield Industrial Services

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52 years of experience

Clearing, grading, demolition, scraping contractor. Free quotes, diverse “job” options. Detailed final quotes. We are a small family owned and operated company. We approach the work as if it were “our” property and maintain a high level of customer confidence and satisfaction. Jobs are completed in a timely manner and expected results.

Clearing, grading, demolition, scraping contractor. Free quotes, diverse “job” options. Detailed final quotes. We are a small family owned and operated company. We approach the work as if it were “our” property and maintain a high level of customer confidence and satisfaction. Jobs are completed in a timely manner and expected results.


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R&M Building and Remodeling

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R&M Building and Remodeling

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8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!


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.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The cost to dig a trench ranges from $400 to $1,200 per 100 linear feet, depending on the soil, depth, and width. Plan to spend $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching (it’ll be on the higher end if you have rocky soil). Renting a trencher costs $100 to $250 per hour, depending on the type of trencher. 

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

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