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Direct Paving
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Serving Celina, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

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"Job was completed in a timely fashion. They kept us informed and job was completed at the agreed price. They did an excellent job!"
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Paul C. Winchester Construction
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Serving Celina, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

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"Paul and his crew were very professional, very courteous, answered all our questions and concerns. Paul provided his recommendations when we were unsure of certain aspects of our project. Would definitely recommend him and would not hesitate to hire him for our other projects"
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VolLand Solutions Inc
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Serving Celina, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"We had our driveway cut, and these guys were extremely professional from start to finish. The price was very reasonable for the amount of work needed. They provided a quick quote and completed the job in a timely manner. Everything turned out great — highly recommend this company!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

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 average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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