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Montes Construction, LLC
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Serving El Paso, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Montes Construction put in a walkway for me. They answered all my questions and guaranteed that I would be highly satisfied with the end result. I was. Pricing was fair and the personnel were very proficient in what they were doing. End result was a fantastic looking walkway completed in just a few days."
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Home Pro 915
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Serving El Paso, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough about how INCREDIBLE Jose & Ary Caloca are! I took a gamble hiring them for my flooring project since they didn’t have any reviews yet, and I am HONORED to be their first! I submitted a quote request on Angi and Jose called me right away, came out the same morning, and gave me an extremely reasonable quote. He and Ary started the job the very next day and worked tirelessly to finish the project quickly, on budget, and most importantly, with impeccable results and attention to detail. They went above and beyond every step of the way, and even left my house more clean and organized than they found it. I simply can’t recommend them enough. They are hard workers and very good, honest people. I’ve already asked Jose to quote me for other projects I’ve been putting off around my home. It is so valuable to have a good contractor that you can trust. I would recommend Home Pro 915 to anyone (and I’ve already started telling all my friends about them!)"
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On Time Contracting
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Serving El Paso, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customization to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cat 5 Excavation and Demolition
5.0(
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Serving El Paso, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cat5 Excavation did an outstanding job on the excavation for my back yard. They were responsible, on time, and handled everything with professionalism. The workers were respectful, hardworking, and ensured the job was done right. I highly recommend them for any excavation needs!"
Response time2 days
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Desert Oasis Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving El Paso, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Took 1.5 days.  Overall cleaned up excellent and took care to put fence panel back in place.  Would have gone much faster had they had a backup chainsaw as this was one tough tree."
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Viz Tierra Design Studio, LLC
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Serving El Paso, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"Peter was on time and very knowledgeable about irrigation sprinklers and water regulation for the different irrigation areas. Kind and respectful and a good listener. I highly recommend Mr. Lugo and will hire him again."
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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.

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. 

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

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