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Nogaj Land Company
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Serving Ivanhoe, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nogaj Land Co did an incredible job with mulching on our property. They were professional, efficient, and cleared out overgrown brush and trees quickly while keeping the land looking good. Grant is no nonsense and takes great pride in his work. Will happily work with him and his company again."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Ladder 5 Fencing and Land Clearing
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Serving Ivanhoe, 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."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
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Five O'clock Excavation LLC
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Serving Ivanhoe, 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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Dirty Workz Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Ivanhoe, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"These guys were awesome to deal with. Especially Shawn. He did a great job of communicating everything with me. They were on time and knocked out the project way sooner than expected. Will definitely be using them again."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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