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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
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Serving Elmo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Credit card accepted

"Darren and his crew did an exceptional job removing all items from the location. very professional and polite"
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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NBR Services, LLC
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Serving Elmo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Excellent work. Had to have my culvert replaced work was done timely and looks great. Nathan is great to work with."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Ultimate Precision Roofing and Construction
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Serving Elmo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Ultimate Precision Roofing and Construction has become a staple of professionalism and quality work, in Mabank, TX. With several years of experience, there is no job too small, or too complex for our crew. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

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Ladder 5 Fencing and Land Clearing
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Serving Elmo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Ladder 5 Fencing and Land Clearing, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. They came out to help clear some trees, complete some road work, and build a privacy fence, and I’m extremely satisfied with the professionalism and quality of their work. Overall, I would highly recommend Ladder 5 Fencing and Land Clearing. Their team was punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to ensure everything was done to my satisfaction. I’ll definitely reach out to them again for any future projects."
Pasture land Clearing
Pasture land Clearing
Pasture land Clearing
Pasture land Clearing
Pasture land Clearing

+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
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Five O'clock Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Elmo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This young man did an excellent job fixing my water draining in my front yard. His swells are very unnoticeable but effective and I think that’s what makes good excavation. I would’ve guessed he’s been doing this way longer that he told me. This man is barely getting started, thank you!"
Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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.

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