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Avatar for DL Lawn Care
DL Lawn Care
5.0(
16
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Briarcliff, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This company can do many things. They have painted my house, built a fence, rocked part of my yard. They take pride in their work. They are reliable and honest, with good communication and fair prices."
Horizontal Cedar fencing
Cedar fencing
Cedar fencing
Cedar fencing
Cedar fencing

+35

Response time8 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Grigonis Excavation Contractors
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Briarcliff, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Outstanding attention to detail. His solution to our pooling problem dramatically reduced our neighborâ s runoff to our back and front yard. He and the men who work for him were excellent. Every step of the way we were consulted. We felt as if we were a part of his team. We highly, without reservation, recommend Gregonis for your landscape needs and problems. Dora and Beverly"
Foundation Excavation
Culvert Installation
Land Clearing and Grading
Land Clearing and Grading
Concrete Demolition

+54

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Blazek Landscapes, LLC
4.3(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Briarcliff, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shawn was prompt and went the extra mile to get the job finished sooner than I expected. His crew was very professional & thoughtful. I recommend this contractor without reservation."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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AGC Design
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Briarcliff, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After they tore out the old limestone fireplace and installed the new firebox with a four stair blower system, they ran vents to several rooms in our home. That work included some framing, sheet rock patching and painting."
Contemporary Bathroom Remodel
Contemporary Bathroom Remodel
Living Space
Kitchen
Bedroom

+20

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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