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Avatar for Hicks Land Development
Hicks Land Development
5.0(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Diana, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job! Mr. Hicks is very safety oriented and obviously has years of experience operating. From the excavation to the finishing touches and leveling the gravel, it could not have gone better. I will definitely be calling him again and I highly recommend him for whatever you’re needing from excavation, clearing, he even put in a new spillway and raised the water level on my pond. Thanks again sir."
Started as a young tree crop.
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Excavating Project

+30

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Diana, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is hands-down the best company Iâ  ve ever seen theyâ  re quick to respond. They do what they say theyâ  re going to do for the best price."
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
C/E Trucking n Moving
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Diana, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Rick and his crew were especially polite, thoughtful, and caring while they moved us across town. They were careful with our furniture, our flooring (no scraping or marring of new wood floors), and our walls (no bumping into walls or doorways). They went the extra mile for us and worked until nearly midnight to finish the job. Very, very happy with this crew. Highly recommend C E Trucking and Movers."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Busby Tree Services
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Diana, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Busby Tree Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business\n

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Busby Tree Services
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Diana, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did exactly what was asked of them. Cut down trees, hauled them off & ground the stumps. The job was completed in a timely manor. Overall a very professional experience. I would highly recommend Busby Tree Services to anyone that needs any of these services."
TREE REMOVAL
Response time2 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Big Wood Pools
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Diana, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Big Wood Pool made everything easy from start to finish. Immaculate work and even better service. Came by several times after the project was finished to ensure everything worked properly. I could not recommend enough."
Pool and Spa Remodel
Pool and Spa Remodel
Pool and Spa Remodel
Pool and Spa Remodel
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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