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Avatar for DL Lawn Care
DL Lawn Care
5.0(
16
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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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Grigonis Excavation Contractors
5.0(
2
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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
Handyman’s Carpentry
5.0(
2
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Serving Briarcliff, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

"Handyman Carpentry came through for me and my family! Our door was kicked in and I needed to feel safe immediately. Mr. Kevin came through with a fast response, and great work. He kept in contact throughout the entire time! Reasonable and fair pricing. This was an emergency for me and Mr. Kevin and his squad came through. We will definitely be calling on him again for more carpentry and home improvement jobs! Thank you and I pray nothing but growth and success for you and your business!!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blazek Landscapes, LLC
4.3(
6
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Serving Briarcliff, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

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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LandTech Landscaping
5.0(
4
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Serving Briarcliff, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They are great to work with. They installed the loam, sod and plants for our project in Dripping Springs. It turned out great and is the nicest yard on the block. I would highly recommend them for any landscaping project!"
My Jobs
My Jobs
My Jobs
Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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AGC Design
5.0(
4
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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%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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.

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.

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. 

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