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Knuckle Creek Contracting llc
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Elmendorf, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service, excellent quality work, very courteous and professional, open to listening to and meeting our requests and concerns. Very punctual and kept clear communication throughout the project. Also, their pricing is very competitive. At completion of project great care was taken to ensure premises were back in proper order. We plan to use their services again in the future. We would confidently recommend Knuckle Creek Contracting llc to family, friends and neighbors."
Septic Systems Project
Landscaping Project
Septic Systems Project
Landscaping Project
Septic Systems Project

+25

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Frontline Land Services
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Elmendorf, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had quite a few delays to address the leveling of a large area in my yard due to rain, but Robert was very good to stay in touch and reschedule. When the yard dried and he was finally able to address my project, he did an amazing job! His equipment, his expertise and professionalism proved to be exactly what I needed to get this project done exactly as I required. All, for a fair and reasonable price. I highly recommend Robert and Frontline Land Services. I will be using their services in the future!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Texas All Terrain Co.
3.8(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Elmendorf, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Showed up as per verbal agreement. Work accomplished in a timely manner. Even though several things were assumed just ensure itâ s in the contract. Just take it as a recommendation for future work and the work that this contractor did was excellent."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Sunrise Landscape Solutions LLC
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elmendorf, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

"Michael puts his heart into everything he does, and it shows. He is dependable, honest, and genuinely cares about making sure his customers are happy. The attention to detail and quality of work are outstanding. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your property like it’s his own, Sunrise Landscape Solutions is the company to call. Highly recommend!"
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ALL ACCESS HANDYMAN OF SAN ANTONIO
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Elmendorf, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m a reliable handyman based in San Antonio, offering quality work at fair prices. I specialize in TV mounting, fencing, drywall repair, flooring, furniture assembly, and general home repairs. Whether it’s a small fix or a bigger project, I take pride in getting the job done right the first time.\n\nI show up on time, communicate clearly, and treat every home with respect. My goal is to make your life easier by providing fast, dependable service you can trust.\n\nIf you’re looking for someone skilled, honest, and efficient—I’m your guy. Let’s get your project done!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

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