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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is hands-down the best company Iâ  ve ever seen theyâ  re quick to respond. They do what they say theyâ  re going to do for the best price."
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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TRG Construction LLC
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bought 41 acres and they cleared a pad site for our building - but while doing that they found a pond. They cleared and surged up the culvert pipe and made the pond pour new focal points in our project"
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rockin B Land Services
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great job!!!! Needed some horse trails cleared and new ones made. Devin did a fantastic job!! Came out and listened to what I wanted and took care of it beautifully!! Couldn’t have been nicer or more professional. Highly recommend and will use again!"
Overgrown Lot
Cleared lot
Mulching overgrown lot
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jensen Irrigation
4.8(
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I had original sprinklers heads in 17 zones he replaced old heads with new ones that would not be damaged with mower or car around driveway adjusted the beards to spray only the grass not home or sidewalks as well as set up the schedule and installed battery backup A very pleasant young man I would highly recommend"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Star Paving & Construction
4.6(
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They came out and gave us an estimate, then we proceeded to hire them to repair our driveway. Excellent job! Will contact them again in the future when ready to complete the rest of our driveway!!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Diamond H6 Construction and Land Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian over-delivered in the quality of his work and his word is good as gold. I canâ t say enough good things about him and will be recommending him to others in my community."
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+22

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Five O'clock Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

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 time8 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Henry Junk Removal Services
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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"Henry was the first to call for last minute move out deep clean job request. He came prepared with everything he needed to get the job done. He didn’t overlook anything… Everything was spotless, including baseboards, window, windows, coverings, cupboards inside and out and kitchen and appliances inside and out bathrooms, thoroughly sanitized, etc.. would highly recommend. After receiving many calls afterwards, he still came in at the lowest price :)"
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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.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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