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Avatar for Layne Construction, LLC
Layne Construction, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Big Sandy, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very detailed, clear understanding of the requirements and detailed all in the contract, would definitely recommend and use again in the future."
Septic Installation
Septic System
Driveway and culvert
Driveway and culvert
Waterline Install

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avara Land Management
5.0(
4
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Serving Big Sandy, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric came out and gave me an estimate on some dirt work I needed done. He was very professional and answered every question I had. Eric and his crew done a fantastic job on my dirt work. They were on time and right on budget. Their now my go to company for all my excavation and land development needs!"
Mayberry land clean up
Mayberry land clean up
Short creek driveway job
Short creek driveway job
Short creek driveway job

+8

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Mathis Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Big Sandy, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Mathis Excavating, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

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