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Avatar for Scott Ranch Sand & Gravel, LLC

Scott Ranch Sand & Gravel, LLC

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Scott Ranch Sand & Gravel, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Scott Ranch Sand & Gravel, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"Yes they did a great job and in a timely manner. Very polite and punctual."

John H on April 2024

Scott Ranch Sand & Gravel, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"Yes they did a great job and in a timely manner. Very polite and punctual."

John H on April 2024


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Firefly Earthworks, LLC

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Firefly Earthworks, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 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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888 BUILDERS, INC.

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888 BUILDERS, INC.

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Customers say: Quality work
36 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

888 Builders is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With 45 years of industry experience, we uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is not only the quality of service we bring to our customers and but also our ability to see projects for not always what they are, but what they can be. 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. Please visit our website at 888Builderstx.com for photos and financing info.

"This builder was very professional and explained to me exactly what would be done and how much it would cost. He was upfront with me about everything. He completed the project in a timely fashion even though I had made some changes during the build. I would definitely use hime again and tell everyone he is reliable and trustworthy. "

Fred P on July 2025

888 Builders is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With 45 years of industry experience, we uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is not only the quality of service we bring to our customers and but also our ability to see projects for not always what they are, but what they can be. 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. Please visit our website at 888Builderstx.com for photos and financing info.

"This builder was very professional and explained to me exactly what would be done and how much it would cost. He was upfront with me about everything. He completed the project in a timely fashion even though I had made some changes during the build. I would definitely use hime again and tell everyone he is reliable and trustworthy. "

Fred P on July 2025


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Schneider Land Development, LLC

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Schneider Land Development, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Schneider Land Development, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today! Serious inquiries only please.

"Kaleb is great to work with! He does exceptional work, as well!!"

Sheila M on July 2024

Schneider Land Development, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today! Serious inquiries only please.

"Kaleb is great to work with! He does exceptional work, as well!!"

Sheila M on July 2024


Humphries Construction

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Humphries Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They do good work."

Omar P on October 2022

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They do good work."

Omar P on October 2022


T&T Land Services

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T&T Land Services

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Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

I’ve been in business going on six years now I have been doing this type of work for 33 years now decided to go on my own because I had so many customers asking me to do work when I came home from my other job so I went in business for myself started building home pads sites, then I had customers asking me could I build them a ponds, and lakes, so I did we clear fence rolls. we also install driveways we cut all the slopes the ditches install the gravel. If we have to haul land select field to build a road first we do I like for my customers land to be taken care of the same as I would do on my own I truly understand my customers concerns about the the money they have saved for years. They wanna make sure that they get what they pay for and I believe in taking care of your customer. I can do a lot of different types of land maintenance. If I sound like the contractor you would trust please contact me, Tim Ayers.

I’ve been in business going on six years now I have been doing this type of work for 33 years now decided to go on my own because I had so many customers asking me to do work when I came home from my other job so I went in business for myself started building home pads sites, then I had customers asking me could I build them a ponds, and lakes, so I did we clear fence rolls. we also install driveways we cut all the slopes the ditches install the gravel. If we have to haul land select field to build a road first we do I like for my customers land to be taken care of the same as I would do on my own I truly understand my customers concerns about the the money they have saved for years. They wanna make sure that they get what they pay for and I believe in taking care of your customer. I can do a lot of different types of land maintenance. If I sound like the contractor you would trust please contact me, Tim Ayers.


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Rafter Z Construction and Land Services

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Rafter Z Construction and Land Services

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Give us a call or text and we’ll help you with your next project!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Give us a call or text and we’ll help you with your next project!


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Cody & Sons Plumbing Heating & Air

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Cody & Sons Plumbing Heating & Air

4.89(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

A rated, Super Service Award winners every year since 2005! We are "Your Plumbing, Heating and Air Problem Solvers," family owned and operated, serving the greater Dallas area since 1969. Our mission at Cody & Sons is to be recognized as a leader in our industry by providing outstanding plumbing, heating, and air services to our family of customers. Excellent customer service and quality work are our priorities.

"They charged exactly on what they say and fixed before they leave."

Stephanie B on May 2023

A rated, Super Service Award winners every year since 2005! We are "Your Plumbing, Heating and Air Problem Solvers," family owned and operated, serving the greater Dallas area since 1969. Our mission at Cody & Sons is to be recognized as a leader in our industry by providing outstanding plumbing, heating, and air services to our family of customers. Excellent customer service and quality work are our priorities.

"They charged exactly on what they say and fixed before they leave."

Stephanie B on May 2023


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Accu-Find Slab Leak Inc

4.86(
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Accu-Find Slab Leak Inc

4.86(
132
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Accu-Find Slab Leak Inc. is a Specialty Plumbing Co. who's primary business is testing, locating, and repairing leaks below residential slab foundations. (We truly are slab leak specialists). Accu-Find was established in 1990 by Barry Leach, and is family owned and operated. We are centrally located In Irving, we serve the entire Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. At Accu-Find Slab Leak Inc., we strive to provide expert professional service at a fair and reasonable price.

"If you have a slab leak, this is the company to choose. This company specializes in slab leaks and it shows. I got estimates from 3 companies and Accu-Find was not only the most competitive in pricing but they also have the most experience. I did have to wait longer than I wanted to but it was worth the wait. Job completed was amazing. I'll never under-appreciate hot water again. Thank you Accu-Find!"

CHIP M on November 2019

Accu-Find Slab Leak Inc. is a Specialty Plumbing Co. who's primary business is testing, locating, and repairing leaks below residential slab foundations. (We truly are slab leak specialists). Accu-Find was established in 1990 by Barry Leach, and is family owned and operated. We are centrally located In Irving, we serve the entire Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. At Accu-Find Slab Leak Inc., we strive to provide expert professional service at a fair and reasonable price.

"If you have a slab leak, this is the company to choose. This company specializes in slab leaks and it shows. I got estimates from 3 companies and Accu-Find was not only the most competitive in pricing but they also have the most experience. I did have to wait longer than I wanted to but it was worth the wait. Job completed was amazing. I'll never under-appreciate hot water again. Thank you Accu-Find!"

CHIP M on November 2019


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D&J Arborist Tree Services

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D&J Arborist Tree Services

4.81(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

We want you to experience excellent craftsmanship and true professionalism from our team of experts. Enjoy a 10% discount off you first service, we look forward to hearing from you. At D&J Arborist, Tree Services, our staff consists of both employees and highly qualified sub-contractors that are certified in their field of specialty. On-line payment options are available. We provide free estimates and charge by the hour for consultations.

"Crew showed up on time and got the job done quickly for a reasonable price. Julie the owner and the crew were friendly and Julie mentioned other services we might benefit from."

John L on April 2021

We want you to experience excellent craftsmanship and true professionalism from our team of experts. Enjoy a 10% discount off you first service, we look forward to hearing from you. At D&J Arborist, Tree Services, our staff consists of both employees and highly qualified sub-contractors that are certified in their field of specialty. On-line payment options are available. We provide free estimates and charge by the hour for consultations.

"Crew showed up on time and got the job done quickly for a reasonable price. Julie the owner and the crew were friendly and Julie mentioned other services we might benefit from."

John L on April 2021

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

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