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Avatar for Williams St. Nursery & Landscaping
Williams St. Nursery & Landscaping
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lamar, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Integrity, professionalism and great service what more can you ask? This company has it all. They not only did grading and clearing but they will be doing the landscaping in my backyard. I had a major mess and they made my nightmare into a dream! I was very impressed with their crew and a big shout out to Da:Shawn the lead and of course the owner John. I have shopped around for services so I know that not only are they competitive but they are extremely detailed and take a lot of pride in making sure the customer is happy. . If you are looking for one of the best companies Iâ ve ever worked with for your landscaping needs whether itâ s small or large please do give them a call!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Baird Foundation Repair
Baird Foundation Repair
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Lamar, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience with a very professional crew. The work of fixing my front sidewalk and driveway was completed quickly, on time, and looks great now! Thanks to Jackie and Ryan, who did the repair work. They were friendly, efficient, and quickly completed all the work needing to be done. They answered all my questions. I would go to Baird Foundation Repair without hesitation for any future foundation or concrete work, if the need develops. I'll be recommending Baird to all of my neighbors and friends. Oh, and the cost of the work being done actually came in a little under what I was expecting, which was a very nice surprise!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Coast Home Maintenance
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lamar, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Gilchrest was the person to do the work on my home. He was friendly, worked hard, did an exceptional job, and will be doing more work for me in the future. Highly recommend Coast Home Maintenance!"
Under bathroom sink repair
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kitchen cabinet ventilation
patch repair and paint
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Response time2 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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