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Frontier Concrete Co LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. \nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. \nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. \nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Frontier Land Services

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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Gonzalez landscape
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello from the Gonzalez Landscape Company! 🌿 Since 2005, we've been dedicated to transforming yards and commercial properties into beautiful outdoor spaces. We absolutely love taking care of your landscaping needs!

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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Out of Here Junk & Demo is here for all your trash needs. \nGot junk taking up space? I?ll haul it away QUICK and AFFORDABLE.\nGarage cleanouts\n Storage unit cleanouts\nFurniture / couches / mattresses\n Appliances\nYard debris & trash\n Move-out cleanups\nSame-day or next-day service\n Reliable & on time\nCheaper than big companies\n I do all the loading ? you don?t lift a thing Message me with pictures for a fast quote Starting at $100

Linked Services, LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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**We help you reclaim your space—without sending everything to the landfill.** Our team provides compassionate, judgment-free decluttering and haul-away services for homes, garages, storage units, estates, and more. We handle the heavy lifting while helping ensure unwanted items are given their best next purpose.\n\nWhenever possible, we sort items for donation, recycling, repurposing, and responsible disposal. Usable furniture, household goods, clothing, and other items may be directed toward people and organizations that can use them, while recyclable materials are kept out of the waste stream whenever feasible. Responsible decluttering commonly prioritizes reuse,recycling, and proper handling of items that require specialized

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Elite demolition
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here with Elite demolition we deliver reliable, professional demolition services across Houston and surroundings. Our team emphasizes safety, precision, and strong teamwork, ensuring every job is done right. Clients choose us because we take the work seriously, communicate clearly, and bring dependable results from start to finish.

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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.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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.

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.

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