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Avatar for Burch's Landscaping & Irrigation, Inc.
Burch's Landscaping & Irrigation, Inc.
4.5(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shaw Air Force Base, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed Sod around a pool in the back Yard. Very professional and communicated well. We are extremely happy and would recommend to anyone."
BurchDirt
Burch"s Landscaping
Sunroom-patio
Patio
Grading/leveling service

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Lown Performance, LLC
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shaw Air Force Base, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Lown did a great job trenching my yard for sprinkler install. He went above and beyond to help me and not damage anything. I will be using Lown Performance again in the near future."
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Land CAM Services
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Shaw Air Force Base, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very timely work. Excellent professional work. Great attitude. Excellent work."
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AG Site Services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Shaw Air Force Base, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"?????????? Excellent Land Clearing Service! I couldn?t be happier with the land clearing work done by Ag Site Services. From start to finish, they were professional, efficient, and easy to work with. The crew showed up on time, had all the right equipment, and got the job done faster than I expected ? without cutting any corners. They cleared several acres of thick brush and trees on my property, and the results are incredible. Everything was cleaned up neatly, and they even graded the ground to make it look smooth and ready for the next phase of my project. The price was fair, and the quality of work was top-notch. If you?re looking for reliable land clearing done the right way, I highly recommend Ag Site Services. They exceeded my expectations in every way!"
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McCully Land Services, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Shaw Air Force Base, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Lee was very professional. Provided me with detailed estimate and completed the job in the time we agreed upon. Would definitely do future business with this company."
Stump Grinding
Forestry Mulching
Land Clearing
Forestry Mulching
Project In-Process

+2

Response time1 day
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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