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Back Forty Construction, LLC

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Back Forty Construction, LLC

4.89(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Locally owned and operated. We started this business with one focus in mind and that is customer satisfaction. Top quality work, with a small business price tag. You can guarantee that Back Forty Construction can help with your project!. With being in the construction field for over 15 years, we are experienced to handle all that life might throw at you.

"Andrew was punctual and professional. He arrived early to meet me and walk my project. He provided a timely quote and worked within my budget. The work was performed on time and to my absolute satisfaction. I am having him do further work. Recommend his services highly."

Todd C on August 2025

Locally owned and operated. We started this business with one focus in mind and that is customer satisfaction. Top quality work, with a small business price tag. You can guarantee that Back Forty Construction can help with your project!. With being in the construction field for over 15 years, we are experienced to handle all that life might throw at you.

"Andrew was punctual and professional. He arrived early to meet me and walk my project. He provided a timely quote and worked within my budget. The work was performed on time and to my absolute satisfaction. I am having him do further work. Recommend his services highly."

Todd C on August 2025


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Tucker's Contracting Services

5.00(
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Tucker's Contracting Services

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I am Tucker Crawford the owner of Tucker's Contracting Services. The work that my team and I do varies from concrete, landscaping, grading, land clearing and much more. We strive every morning to make the best out of what we are doing with a positive attitude and a safe work place for our crew and the homeowner. I can assure you if you call us for your job we will not let you down. Thank you for your time! Please call Tucker's Contracting services for any of your needs.

"Tucker did a great job grading and constructing a detention pond at our 5 acre campground. He was responsive always answered the phone and showed up when he said he would. Will call him again for future projects."

Richard L on January 2026

I am Tucker Crawford the owner of Tucker's Contracting Services. The work that my team and I do varies from concrete, landscaping, grading, land clearing and much more. We strive every morning to make the best out of what we are doing with a positive attitude and a safe work place for our crew and the homeowner. I can assure you if you call us for your job we will not let you down. Thank you for your time! Please call Tucker's Contracting services for any of your needs.

"Tucker did a great job grading and constructing a detention pond at our 5 acre campground. He was responsive always answered the phone and showed up when he said he would. Will call him again for future projects."

Richard L on January 2026


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Ground Executives, LLC

5.00(
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Ground Executives, LLC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

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. Trip charge required outside of an hour to hour and a half away. Methods of payment preferred: Check, Zelle

"Fantastic job, I would not hesitate to hire them again."

Larry E on October 2024

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. Trip charge required outside of an hour to hour and a half away. Methods of payment preferred: Check, Zelle

"Fantastic job, I would not hesitate to hire them again."

Larry E on October 2024


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Chappell & Associates Construction LLC

3.78(
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Chappell & Associates Construction LLC

3.78(
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Customers say: Quick response
28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 26 years experience in the land clearing and site-prep business, here at Chappell & Associates Construction, we pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well as our ability to execute each site project to the owners complete satisfaction. Whether you need a lot cleared on Lake Murray, a horse barn pad graded in Aiken, a driveway graded or a building demolished in Greenwood- give us a call today. Estimates are Always Free

"I think this was a smaller job than he normally does. I appreciated his agreeing to do the work."

Rusty W on February 2022

With 26 years experience in the land clearing and site-prep business, here at Chappell & Associates Construction, we pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well as our ability to execute each site project to the owners complete satisfaction. Whether you need a lot cleared on Lake Murray, a horse barn pad graded in Aiken, a driveway graded or a building demolished in Greenwood- give us a call today. Estimates are Always Free

"I think this was a smaller job than he normally does. I appreciated his agreeing to do the work."

Rusty W on February 2022


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R.B. McKelvey Land Works LLC

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R.B. McKelvey Land Works LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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Luftmann Contractors

5.00(
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Luftmann Contractors

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are General Contractors and Construction Managers. If you have a remodel, an addition, or a new home that you would like to build, call us. We would love to show you what we can do! We are proud to be a Veteran Owned Small Business. Luftmann Contracting is the residential arm of Industrial Compressor Solutions.

"Excellent communication and prompt services - We had some complicated electrical and weather situations that were negotiated well."

Justin B on February 2023

We are General Contractors and Construction Managers. If you have a remodel, an addition, or a new home that you would like to build, call us. We would love to show you what we can do! We are proud to be a Veteran Owned Small Business. Luftmann Contracting is the residential arm of Industrial Compressor Solutions.

"Excellent communication and prompt services - We had some complicated electrical and weather situations that were negotiated well."

Justin B on February 2023


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Ram Jack of South Carolina

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Ram Jack of South Carolina

4.36(
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Customers say: Super punctual
26 years of experience

Not all foundation repair companies are the same. Choose Wisely. Choose Ram Jack! Ram Jack offers affordable, guaranteed solutions for failing foundations. Call for a free, no obligation, on site evaluation from one of our certified foundation repair consultants - (866) 735-3085.

Not all foundation repair companies are the same. Choose Wisely. Choose Ram Jack! Ram Jack offers affordable, guaranteed solutions for failing foundations. Call for a free, no obligation, on site evaluation from one of our certified foundation repair consultants - (866) 735-3085.


"It was done within one day. They gave me a quote and they finished the job. They were really responsive. I would definitely recommend them."

Carlos L on June 2022

Mobile welding Grading/Clearing (Kubota Skid Steer) Tractor services Exterior Carpentry Please give us a call today! We look forward to serving you!

"It was done within one day. They gave me a quote and they finished the job. They were really responsive. I would definitely recommend them."

Carlos L on June 2022


Boggero's Septic Services

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Boggero's Septic Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Boggero's Septic Tank and Potable toilet services septic tank installations, repairs,cleaning, drainline repairs, terralift (new life for your septic system in one day without disturbing your lawn)and portable toilet rentals. Family owned business since 1939. Call for a detailed description of all services and pricing. AFTER HOURS OR WEEKEND EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 864-538-4586.

Boggero's Septic Tank and Potable toilet services septic tank installations, repairs,cleaning, drainline repairs, terralift (new life for your septic system in one day without disturbing your lawn)and portable toilet rentals. Family owned business since 1939. Call for a detailed description of all services and pricing. AFTER HOURS OR WEEKEND EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 864-538-4586.


"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

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help you.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there’s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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