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Avatar for Stonebridge Landworks, LLC
Stonebridge Landworks, LLC
5.0(
21
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Serving Seneca, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Stonebridge Landworks cleared and leveled my site for a new home, they were professional and did the job in a timely manner. I have more projects and plan to hire them again. I would recommend them for this type of work."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chauga Valley Grading LLC
5.0(
21
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Serving Seneca, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Chauga Valley Grading for any grading or site work needs. They did an outstanding grade job on my building site and the results were better than I expected. The work was done quickly, professionally, and with great attention to detail. They showed up on time, communicated well throughout the process, and left the site looking clean and ready for the next step. If you?re looking for a company that takes pride in their work and delivers quality results, Chauga Valley Grading is the one to call. I?ll definitely be using them again in the future"
On the job
On the job
on the job
on the job
on the job

+10

Response time4 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Sanders Land Services
4.8(
19
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Serving Seneca, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional service and did exactly what I wanted. More than just a landscaper; they are knowledgeable about the correct way to treat the soil and sow the correct grass."
Installing a Curtain Drain
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Fisher Stump Services
5.0(
11
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Serving Seneca, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hey y’all! I had a couple stumps I needed removed and everyone else I went to was a couple weeks out. JJ answered the phone and could do it that week! JJ was great and got it done fast and cheap. Highly recommend."
stump removed
Stump to be removed
Stump to be removed
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Sharp Edge LC
4.5(
17
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Serving Seneca, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My backyard had been dug up due to septic tank repairs. There was nothing left but ugly red mud. Dustin covered the entire backyard with Zoysia sod. He did an awesome job and was so respectful and courteous. Thank you Dustin for restoring our backyard. We are happy now that we know someone to call when we have more projects that need attention."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for M & P Landscaping, LLC
M & P Landscaping, LLC
4.7(
17
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Serving Seneca, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Also rerouted and updated irrigation system to suit new landscaping, and installed dry creek bed. Dependable and hard working. Will definitely hire again."
Leveling stages
Leveling stages
Crusher Run
Crusher Run
Crusher Run

+15

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Gaines Stump Grinding Services, LLC
Gaines Stump Grinding Services, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Seneca, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great job, knocked out 4 stumps in about an hour for 60% of the price another company tried to charge me for just 3. Did an extra small stump for me just because he had time, at no extra charge! This guy will do right by you. I'll be telling everyone I know that he the go to guy for stump grinding in this area."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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. 

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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