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Avatar for Boca Chica Construction
Boca Chica Construction
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience working with Boca Chica Construction. They were professional, reliable, and easy to communicate with. This company worked efficiently and got the job done better than expected. I would definitely recommend for any demolition services."
Excavation
Demolition
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Delco Irrigation Sprinkler System, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your project. We offer free estimates and financing options. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today!

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Response time1 day
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Roel Avila
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Alton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time12 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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El Rambo Excavations Inc
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alton, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very pleased they went far and above their service very professional and accommodating can't say enough about this company if people are reading this hire them asap you won't be disappointed very great service second to none and great prices thank you el Rambo for your great service ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Baird Foundation Repair
Baird Foundation Repair
4.5(
89
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alton, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience with a very professional crew. The work of fixing my front sidewalk and driveway was completed quickly, on time, and looks great now! Thanks to Jackie and Ryan, who did the repair work. They were friendly, efficient, and quickly completed all the work needing to be done. They answered all my questions. I would go to Baird Foundation Repair without hesitation for any future foundation or concrete work, if the need develops. I'll be recommending Baird to all of my neighbors and friends. Oh, and the cost of the work being done actually came in a little under what I was expecting, which was a very nice surprise!"
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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. 

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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