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Posas Construction
5.0(
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Serving Columbus, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pozas cleared Yaupon and cedar trees covering several acres. They worked quickly and efficiently. We are very pleased with the results."
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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Taylor Land Clearing & Dirt Work
4.0(
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Serving Columbus, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Mr. Robert Taylor was the first person to work on our very raw and overgrown 3 acre property. His insightful direction on what things needed to be done, and in what order, was indispensable. He then did a great job clearing a fence line all around, and grading dirt and debris. We highly recommend Taylor Land Clearing and Dirt Work. And are confident you will find Mr. Taylor as responsive and pleasant to work with, as we did."
Tank Dam repair
Erosion control Ditch
Auto parking pad
Final level after concrete was poured
Equipment barn pad

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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CenTex Woodland Co.
New to Angi

Serving Columbus, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

CenTex Woodland Co. specializes in professional forestry mulching, land clearing, demolition, and ranch improvements across Central Texas. We are locally owned, fully insured, and committed to safety, precision, and clean results. When you hire us, you’re getting experienced equipment operators who treat your property like it’s our own.\n\nTurning overgrown property into clean, usable land — safely, professionally, and done right the first time.\n\nWhy Choose CenTex Woodland Co.?\n• Locally owned and operated\n• Fully insured for your protection\n• Experienced, professional equipment operators\n• Clear communication and dependable scheduling\n• Quality work without sh

Forestry mulching
Forestry mulching
Forestry mulching
Forestry mulching
Forestry mulching

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Wallace enterprises
New to Angi

Serving Columbus, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I am 22 years old working full time and trying to get a business started on the side. Even though I am young I have lots of experience. I enjoy working I started painting with my family at 5 years old stuck with that for a while. Then went to another company and got more experience in a different trade. I am willing to travel my goal next year is to be near Dallas but will travel back and fourth still. If you need anything done don’t hesitate to reach out and we can meet, make a plan, agree on a price, and get it taken care of for you:) thank you for looking have a great day.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

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