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Ground Level Excavation, LLC

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Ground Level Excavation, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Welcome to Ground Level Excavation, proudly servicing Royse City, Texas and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed! SERVICES OFFERED: Grading & Sloping for watershed or other, driveways, Trenching for water or electrical or other, Storm Damage Cleanup and most Skid Steer jobs. ***WE DO NOT usually trim or remove small shrubs/hedges, however in certain cases we will accommodate this type of job, but there will be an ADDITIONAL associated service fee which includes a 5 hour minimum of the use of excavation equipment whether it is used or not.

"The project was timely and it was discussed! Overall good experience!"

Carson on August 2021

Welcome to Ground Level Excavation, proudly servicing Royse City, Texas and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed! SERVICES OFFERED: Grading & Sloping for watershed or other, driveways, Trenching for water or electrical or other, Storm Damage Cleanup and most Skid Steer jobs. ***WE DO NOT usually trim or remove small shrubs/hedges, however in certain cases we will accommodate this type of job, but there will be an ADDITIONAL associated service fee which includes a 5 hour minimum of the use of excavation equipment whether it is used or not.

"The project was timely and it was discussed! Overall good experience!"

Carson on August 2021


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Firefly Earthworks, LLC

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Firefly Earthworks, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

Firefly Earthworks specializes in residential and commercial demolition, excavation, site prep, building pads and trucking and hauling services. We provide free estimates quickly for projects ranging from $1,500 to $500,000. Our experienced equipment operators and professional staff take pride in the attention to detail we put into each of the projects we're involved with. We are highly equipped and skilled in demolition and construction site prep, all types of aggregates, infrastructure development, excavation and grading, property reclamation, demolition and wrecking. We are a full service, licensed and insured construction company located in Dallas, TX. We work throughout the DFW area and are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Worked very hard and completed 2 projects to our satisfaction."

Liz G on July 2022

Firefly Earthworks specializes in residential and commercial demolition, excavation, site prep, building pads and trucking and hauling services. We provide free estimates quickly for projects ranging from $1,500 to $500,000. Our experienced equipment operators and professional staff take pride in the attention to detail we put into each of the projects we're involved with. We are highly equipped and skilled in demolition and construction site prep, all types of aggregates, infrastructure development, excavation and grading, property reclamation, demolition and wrecking. We are a full service, licensed and insured construction company located in Dallas, TX. We work throughout the DFW area and are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Worked very hard and completed 2 projects to our satisfaction."

Liz G on July 2022


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Big rock land management

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Big rock land management

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28 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"We were having issues with water retention. After looking over the area, we decided to remove about 4 inches of dirt around the house grading down as it went. This made a moat that emptied into the ditch. We also had two mounds of dirt moved, a decline added to the back porch and an area scraped and leveled for our beehives. Price was fair and work was excellent. "

Aja H on July 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"We were having issues with water retention. After looking over the area, we decided to remove about 4 inches of dirt around the house grading down as it went. This made a moat that emptied into the ditch. We also had two mounds of dirt moved, a decline added to the back porch and an area scraped and leveled for our beehives. Price was fair and work was excellent. "

Aja H on July 2025


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Big Ts Land Clearing

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Big Ts Land Clearing

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

With over 7 years of hands on experience. We are here to help you with any Demolition, Dirt work, Land Clearing, Haul off, Excavation, Forestry, Mulching, Fence line clearing, and more Small business owner for over twenty years. Owner operator Licensed and insured New and Well maintained equipment.

"Excellent. Great communication. Sound advice. Well worth the money to get it done correctly and with no detail spared. Perfectionism crew. Courteous and respectful. Best value. Would definitely use them for routine maintenance too."

Leslie L on February 2025

With over 7 years of hands on experience. We are here to help you with any Demolition, Dirt work, Land Clearing, Haul off, Excavation, Forestry, Mulching, Fence line clearing, and more Small business owner for over twenty years. Owner operator Licensed and insured New and Well maintained equipment.

"Excellent. Great communication. Sound advice. Well worth the money to get it done correctly and with no detail spared. Perfectionism crew. Courteous and respectful. Best value. Would definitely use them for routine maintenance too."

Leslie L on February 2025


"I recently hired Tyler Mosemann Excavation Services for a project on my property, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the quality of work and professionalism. From the initial consultation to project completion, Tyler and his team were incredibly efficient, reliable, and communicative. They handled the excavation with precision, making sure everything was done safely and on time. The equipment they used was top-notch, and they left the site clean and tidy when finished. Tyler's attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction truly sets him apart. I highly recommend Tyler Mosemann Excavation Services for any excavation needs—he and his team deliver outstanding results!"

Callie C on November 2024

We specialize in excavation work and demolition work we are just starting out and our most important goal is to make our clients happy and do the job to there expectations

"I recently hired Tyler Mosemann Excavation Services for a project on my property, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the quality of work and professionalism. From the initial consultation to project completion, Tyler and his team were incredibly efficient, reliable, and communicative. They handled the excavation with precision, making sure everything was done safely and on time. The equipment they used was top-notch, and they left the site clean and tidy when finished. Tyler's attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction truly sets him apart. I highly recommend Tyler Mosemann Excavation Services for any excavation needs—he and his team deliver outstanding results!"

Callie C on November 2024



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Herron Electrical Excavation

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Herron Electrical Excavation

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6 years of experience

Iv ran powerlines since 2019 underground, I know how to read Utility specs, and how the subdivision need to be trenched and piped properly for transformers, switchgear, ECT. I can cut time and cost down on repairs, because we do the job right the first time.

Iv ran powerlines since 2019 underground, I know how to read Utility specs, and how the subdivision need to be trenched and piped properly for transformers, switchgear, ECT. I can cut time and cost down on repairs, because we do the job right the first time.


"Met with Lance and Mike and they walked us through a new home site build with a pond and road. Our property bought all the neighbors water so there was lots of work to do. Ran into lots of ground water but they were quick on their feet to adapt and complete the project with a timely manner. They answered every question we had and responded quickly with updates and phone calls. Highly recommend."

Sean B on April 2024

We have over 35 years experience in Excavating of Roads, House pads, Ponds, Land clearing, Retaining walls, Driveways, Ditches and culverts.

"Met with Lance and Mike and they walked us through a new home site build with a pond and road. Our property bought all the neighbors water so there was lots of work to do. Ran into lots of ground water but they were quick on their feet to adapt and complete the project with a timely manner. They answered every question we had and responded quickly with updates and phone calls. Highly recommend."

Sean B on April 2024


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Thomas Demolition

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Thomas Demolition

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

When you hire Thomas Demolition, you'll never have to wait days or weeks wondering when your project will be finished. As a family-owed and operated company, we value each and every one of our clients and we always guarantee their complete satisfaction. We can tackle a wide range of different tear-downs, like barns, houses, mobile homes, sheds, decks, and more. Our team can also remove concrete and asphalt driveways, sidewalks, parking lots, foundations, and everything in between. Contact us today and schedule your commitment-free estimate!

"Very professional staff, extremely helpful! Great rates with quality work."

Jimmy D on December 2023

When you hire Thomas Demolition, you'll never have to wait days or weeks wondering when your project will be finished. As a family-owed and operated company, we value each and every one of our clients and we always guarantee their complete satisfaction. We can tackle a wide range of different tear-downs, like barns, houses, mobile homes, sheds, decks, and more. Our team can also remove concrete and asphalt driveways, sidewalks, parking lots, foundations, and everything in between. Contact us today and schedule your commitment-free estimate!

"Very professional staff, extremely helpful! Great rates with quality work."

Jimmy D on December 2023


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Intown Plumbing

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Intown Plumbing

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We're a family owned and operated full-service plumbing company, with over 20 years of experience. We offer licensed, professional plumbing services including service repairs, new installations, new construction and remodel plumbing for both residential and commercial spaces. We service the Rockwall and Dallas area as well as surrounding areas community and surrounding suburbs.

We're a family owned and operated full-service plumbing company, with over 20 years of experience. We offer licensed, professional plumbing services including service repairs, new installations, new construction and remodel plumbing for both residential and commercial spaces. We service the Rockwall and Dallas area as well as surrounding areas community and surrounding suburbs.

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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.

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.

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.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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