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Sonart Construction Corp.
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Serving Forney, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"If you are looking for a solid construction company sonart is the way to go for sure! All I could say was wow aside from the fact that my mouth was completely open for a solid five minutes LOL! The house was built around the 50s and hasnâ t been updated since the original build. To see our bathrooms brought more to a modern the lights was honestly heartwarming I know my mother would have appreciated this!Thank you again guys for your hard work!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Customscapes
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Serving Forney, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"Very professional. They removed a dead tree that the builders planted on top of concrete. They removed the concrete which was unknown to exist until they pulled the old tree up and didn't charge me for the extra time spent. Excellent work. Would definitely recommend. Juan was a nice guy and very knowledgeable of landscaping."
New St Augustine grass
New St Augustine grass
New St Augustine grass
New St Augustine grass
New celebration Bermuda grass

+144

Response time3 days
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Dumpster Dog
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Serving Forney, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"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
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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NBR Services, LLC
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Serving Forney, 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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Hernandez Brothers Tractor Work & Dump Truck Service
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Serving Forney, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Small jobs welcome

"We needed this job done pretty quickly? I contacted Hernandez Brothers and they went out in the next day or so. My daughter?s builder needed the land cleared asap. Job was completed perfectly, effortlessly on my part!! They went above and beyond and I would definitely recommend them and I will use them again!! This was a messy job and when they left, it was picture perfect!! Thank you guys!!!!"
Response time11 hrs
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Ultimate Precision Roofing and Construction
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Serving Forney, 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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

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.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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