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Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes, LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I used HomeAdvisor to find a landscape gardener after previously using two local landscape companies that proved to be very disappointing, with their level of service and the work they did. Harrison Childers, the owner of Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes LLC. called me regarding my inquiry. I had arranged to have them come out and quote me for the job I needed carrying out, along with another company who did not even bother to turn up for their appointment. I found Harrison to be very professional from the onset, he called ahead of time the morning of his appointment to confirm what time he would be with me, and again to say he was running a little late and how far away he was. When he arrived we discussed the project, which was to remove all the pine needles around our property, adding a layer of top soil and then add black mulch. I then received a quote via my email the very next day. The builders did a terrible job of at the back of my garden where conifers where planted. They left a ton of lumpy clay heaped up in piles around the trees, and the ground around them was very uneven. Harrison removed all the old pine needles, leveled it all out and broke up all the clay. They then laid new top soil, and mulch. I also wanted some flower beds widening and all the edges around the garden tidying up. We had some area's that also needed to be repaired with new sod, which Harrison did a lovely job of repairing. The job was completed without being rushed and I was more than satisfied with the work carried out, and how reasonable the price was. Both my husband and I decided to give Harrison the work due to his impeccable manners, and because we could tell from speaking with him how passionate he was about his work. I am a little OCD and that didn't faze him one bit. He worked very hard to make my garden look picture perfect. I am now looking forward to planting up my boarders, which now look amazing, with beautiful deep clean, straight edges. We will definitely be using Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes in the future for all our garden maintenance, throughout the coming year. I would not hesitate to recommend Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes to anyone who is looking for a landscape gardener who takes pride in his work, and his company's good reputation."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Horizon Landworks LLC
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I recently hired this pro and couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. They were punctual, professional, and paid great attention to detail. The crew transformed my yard completely—everything from trimming to planting was done with care and precision. They also made sure to clean up thoroughly after the job. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality landscaping services"
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New Beginning Landscape, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Customers say: True professional

"We have hired George Daniels and his son at New Beginings Landscaping to do a lot of work for us over the past 15 years. They do outstanding work, are always on time and always go above and beyond to provide outstanding customer service. They recently planted 4 10 foot Nellie Stevens Hollies, 2 Camellias, a number of encore azaleas as well as a number of foundation plantings around our new patio. They also remulched our backyard natural areas. I would not hire anyone else for landscaping work. They are a pleasure to work with and never disappoint.
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Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sways Handy Services
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hello, I am Josué. I've been doing handy work since I bought my own home. I've repaired toilets, installed blinds, exterior doors, light fixtures, security cameras and painting rooms, etc..\n\nI've recently have decided to focus on handy work and have renovated a recent customers entire upstairs rooms ( removed popcorn ceiling and repaint, also painted paneling walls, removed old carpet and installed new vinyl flooring). Customer was very happy and it was a joy to do the job.\n\nI am a focused individual and take my job seriously and with pleasure.\n\nI am looking to expand my clientele and look forward to hearing from you. \n\n\n\n

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Renovated bedroom
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Renovated bedroom
Update of color

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Gory junk Removal
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Glory Junk Removal, we’re committed to providing fast, reliable, and affordable junk removal services. Whether it’s a single item, garage cleanout, apartment cleanout, or full property cleanup, we treat every job with professionalism and care. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we leave every space clean when the job is done.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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