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Avatar for New Ground Services, LLC
New Ground Services, LLC
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Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

"The crew did an exceptional job with the decomposed granite installation and soil leveling, transforming the area into a well-structured landscape. The meticulous attention to detail is evident, and the freshly laid grass sod adds a vibrant touch, showcasing a lush green appearance that enhances the overall aesthetic. Itâ s clear that the project was executed with precision, contributing to a beautifully maintained outdoor space."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Apex Site Works
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Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Credit card accepted

"Five stars for Apex Site Works. They just finished resurfacing our driveway with gravel and fixed our sloping issues. The work is top-notch, and they even brought in extra material to make sure the job was done right. Great communication and followed through on every detail until the project was complete. Professional, punctual, and went the extra mile. Highly recommend!""
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ColbyPro, LLC
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Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Small jobs welcome

"Colby was a pleasure to work with, he is friendly, he takes a lot of pride in his work, and very detailed oriented. Our property had a lot of heavy brush, he cleaned out the underbrush saving all of our large trees, cleared the fence lines, as well as adjusted the elevation to allow the water to run off probably. Everyone that drives by stops to tell us how great it looks! Colby will treat you right, he is reasonable, fair and honest!"
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Warren Construction Services
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Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the work Chris did for me! He did an incredible job on my landscaping—it looks beautiful and completely transformed my yard. On top of that, he also repaired a leak under my bathroom sink quickly and efficiently. Chris is not only skilled and knowledgeable in his work, but he’s also very personable and easy to talk to. He takes the time to explain things and makes sure everything is done right. Plus, he was right on time, which I really appreciate. Highly recommend Chris for any landscaping or home repair needs. He’s fantastic!"
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Acorn Landscaping
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Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"Acorn Landscaping did an amazing job redesigning our backyard. The plants, lighting, and stepping stones look incredible and really make the space feel high-end. The team was professional and finished everything exactly how we wanted."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

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.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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.

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