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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Newton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

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
4G land development
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Newton, TX and surrounding areas

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Hello, I’m Hunter Guillory, and I lead a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality land clearing and dirt work services.\n\nWhen you choose us, you're not just hiring equipment; you're partnering with an operator who values hard work, expertise, and your complete satisfaction.\n\nWhy Hire Us?\n\n8 Years of Dirt Work Expertise: I've spent eight years mastering the ins and outs of site preparation, excavation, and professional land clearing. This depth of experience ensures your project is handled efficiently, safely, and correctly from start to finish.\n\nA Commitment to Hard Work: I personally oversee every job, working diligently to clear your land exactly to your specifications and timeline. We pride ourselves on our strong work ethic and attention to detail.\n\n100% Customer Satisfaction: My top priority is ensuring every single customer is satisfied with the final result. We communicate clearly throughout the process and don't consider the job complete until you are happy.

Goat yard
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LL Dirt & Mulching
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Newton, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great job on drainage trouble at my home. Took creativity and ingenuity and the results are awesome. They did the work exactly as stated in the bid, discussed progress daily and finished ahead of schedule. Am already discussing the next project I look forward to them doing for me."
Some of Our Work
Drainage System
Residential Drainage & Dirt Work Job
Residential Drainage & Dirt Work Job
Some of Our Work

+15

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
4L Land Management
4.9(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Newton, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"4L Land Management transformed 1.5 acres of land we bought that had been neglected for many years. It was so thick and overgrown, that we could not walk through it. Lots of tree mulching and backhoe work were done. He carefully saved the trees that we wanted and all promptly and at a very reasonable price. Chris did an amazing job and pays attention to detail. We highly recommend him for all your mulching, heavy equipment, dirt work, etc.!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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.

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