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Davis earthworks llc

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Davis earthworks llc

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
134 local quotes requested

We specialize in forestry mulching and land clearing fully insured and free quotes. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"They were very professional! They showed up on time and worked the entire time they were there. They exceeded my expectations and I would definitely recommend them."

Meg D on July 2023

We specialize in forestry mulching and land clearing fully insured and free quotes. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"They were very professional! They showed up on time and worked the entire time they were there. They exceeded my expectations and I would definitely recommend them."

Meg D on July 2023


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Dodd Grading

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Dodd Grading

5.00(
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26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dodd Grading 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 customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Good work I am well satisfied with this job 😀 "

John B on October 2025

Dodd Grading 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 customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Good work I am well satisfied with this job 😀 "

John B on October 2025


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Prime Level Contractors LLC

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Prime Level Contractors LLC

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

Prime Level Contractors LLC 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!

"I was very satisfied with the work done. The guys were friendly, professional and knowledgeable about my project. They did an awesome job trimming my broken tree and will definitely use them for any future projects!"

Cathy D on June 2023

Prime Level Contractors LLC 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!

"I was very satisfied with the work done. The guys were friendly, professional and knowledgeable about my project. They did an awesome job trimming my broken tree and will definitely use them for any future projects!"

Cathy D on June 2023


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Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC

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Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC

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

Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Exceptional work from Brad and his team. Work always done in a timely manner and how we want it Very professional in all the work he does."

Nathan V on April 2023

Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Exceptional work from Brad and his team. Work always done in a timely manner and how we want it Very professional in all the work he does."

Nathan V on April 2023


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Armstrong Land Management Excavation

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Armstrong Land Management Excavation

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

Armstrong Land Management Excavation 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Honest and professional"

Alan C on May 2023

Armstrong Land Management Excavation 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Honest and professional"

Alan C on May 2023


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Skinner's Lawn and Landscape

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Skinner's Lawn and Landscape

4.95(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Welcome to Skinner's Lawn and Landscape! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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Kristine H on March 2022

Welcome to Skinner's Lawn and Landscape! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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Kristine H on March 2022


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Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing

5.00(
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Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing

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

When you need land cleared in a responsible, Eco-friendly manner, hire the reliable team at Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing. We are ready to handle any size job while providing an environmentally responsible service to ensure the land heals and replenishes properly. We use revolutionary advanced machinery to reduce the material on the spot providing a smooth mulch layer to control water runoff, soil erosion and to replenish the soil naturally. Our process is very different from the traditional large, heavy equipment clearing that harshly disrupts and strips the topsoil of its natural resources, opening the land to uncontrolled water runoff, soil erosion and a very slow healing process.

"He did an excellent job. He's here when he said he's gonna be here. His estimate was spot on. Very professional, very good, and very punctual."

Chuck R on August 2021

When you need land cleared in a responsible, Eco-friendly manner, hire the reliable team at Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing. We are ready to handle any size job while providing an environmentally responsible service to ensure the land heals and replenishes properly. We use revolutionary advanced machinery to reduce the material on the spot providing a smooth mulch layer to control water runoff, soil erosion and to replenish the soil naturally. Our process is very different from the traditional large, heavy equipment clearing that harshly disrupts and strips the topsoil of its natural resources, opening the land to uncontrolled water runoff, soil erosion and a very slow healing process.

"He did an excellent job. He's here when he said he's gonna be here. His estimate was spot on. Very professional, very good, and very punctual."

Chuck R on August 2021


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KJ Landscaping

4.15(
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KJ Landscaping

4.15(
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71 local quotes requested

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"They don't understand that water flows downhill, they did a horrible job and I am very displeased with what they did. I did called them back and they came once and there are still mudholes in my front yard, the water still does not flow away, i paid their fee in full and they do not stand behind their work"

Ron P on November 2025

Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"They don't understand that water flows downhill, they did a horrible job and I am very displeased with what they did. I did called them back and they came once and there are still mudholes in my front yard, the water still does not flow away, i paid their fee in full and they do not stand behind their work"

Ron P on November 2025


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TCR GROUND SOLUTIONS LLC

5.00(
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TCR GROUND SOLUTIONS LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
24 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job, but also the right one for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different requests, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality, but make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us no matter where you are in the planning process. 864-561-0272

"Mike is an excellent worker and did exactly what we wanted for extra parking space "

Debra K on May 2025

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job, but also the right one for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different requests, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality, but make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us no matter where you are in the planning process. 864-561-0272

"Mike is an excellent worker and did exactly what we wanted for extra parking space "

Debra K on May 2025


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Trailblazers

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Trailblazers

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
79 local quotes requested

Welcome to Trailblazers! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"THEY WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AS WELL AS PERSONABLE. THE WORK WAS DONE WITH CARE AND CAME OUT WELL. RUSS TOLD ME EXACTLY WHAT THEY WERE DOING AND FOLLOWED THROUGH. I WILL TELL OTHERS ABOUT THEM."

Stephen B on November 2024

Welcome to Trailblazers! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"THEY WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AS WELL AS PERSONABLE. THE WORK WAS DONE WITH CARE AND CAME OUT WELL. RUSS TOLD ME EXACTLY WHAT THEY WERE DOING AND FOLLOWED THROUGH. I WILL TELL OTHERS ABOUT THEM."

Stephen B on November 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

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