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Avatar for New Ground Services, LLC
New Ground Services, LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alvin, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew did an exceptional job with the decomposed granite installation and soil leveling, transforming the area into a well-structured landscape. The meticulous attention to detail is evident, and the freshly laid grass sod adds a vibrant touch, showcasing a lush green appearance that enhances the overall aesthetic. Itâ s clear that the project was executed with precision, contributing to a beautifully maintained outdoor space."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Ron's Premium Property Solutions, LLC
Ron's Premium Property Solutions, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Alvin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We specialize in excavating and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clean It Right
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Alvin, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I prefer this type of service where a group of people come in, do their job quickly and efficiently, then leave. Lisa has done a great job training each of her crew members to do their own job well. When they leave, my house is like I want it to be. Lisa is very professional and is customer oriented. It is important to her that her crew does a good job and she leads by example. I am pleased with this service."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Heroes Lawn Care of Southeast Houston
Heroes Lawn Care of Southeast Houston
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alvin, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mary Helen and her entire team did an excellent job installing my sprinkler system featuring Irrigreen smart sprinklers. From the quote to the installation, everything exceeded my expectation. Every step of the process was communicated well and with professionalism. Special shout out to Ramiro and Kevin. If you are looking for a quality sprinkler installation, these guys will take good care of your lawn. They even improved my fiber internet installation by carefully digging up the fiber to dig the sprinkler trenches, and then performing a better burying of the fiber at a deeper depth. Thanks Hero’s Lawn Care of Southeast Houston."
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Heroes Lawn Care SE Houston
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alvin, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The guys from Heroes worked quickly and completed installing a new irrigation system in my back yard in one day. They were personable and tried to interrupt our daily lives as much as possible. The price was very fair. The guys from Hero’s returned following hurricane Beryl and cleared my backyard of storm debris. They told me they were doing this at no charge for their customers since their regular work was interrupted by the effects of the storm. I highly recommend Hero’s."
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Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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. 

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.

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.

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