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Avatar for IN AND OUT CONCRETE LLC
IN AND OUT CONCRETE LLC
4.6(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Nixon, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I used in and out to cement both sides of my house. I must say the owner and crew were professional kind and friendly, they cleaned up their mess and even moved some large pavers with no complaints I plan on using them again to do a 44by 10 slab in my backyard hats off to in and out I appreciate the job you and your team did , you always kept me informed every step of the way thank you , pictures are 1 day after completion, still curing"
37 x 17 driveway
Title driveway
60 x 12 driveway
50 x 40 patio/ driveway
Title patio

+5

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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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First Shot Land Services
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Nixon, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sure! Here’s a professional and positive review for a tree removal service—you can adjust the tone or add specifics (like company name, location, or type of tree) if you’d like: ⸻ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent Tree Removal Service! We hired this company for tree removal, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. They were professional, punctual, and clearly knew what they were doing. The crew worked quickly and safely, and they took great care to avoid damaging the surrounding property. Clean-up was thorough—by the time they left, you’d never know there was ever a tree there! Their pricing was fair, and communication was excellent throughout the process. Highly recommend for anyone needing reliable tree removal."
Land Clearing
Packing in Road
Packing in Road
Original road
Grading

+1

Response time1 day
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Texas All Terrain Co.
3.8(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Nixon, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased with the whole process. I dealt with Luke Rios and he was absolutely amazing. Everything was super easy and I will definitely be using them again. I highly recommend these guys."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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H&T Ranch Services, LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Nixon, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great team, professional, efficient and knowledgeable"
Before Clearing for Road
During Road Clearing with Excavator
During Road Clearing
After Removing Undergrowth
After Road Clearing

+42

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ESC Services
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Nixon, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

ESC Services is your lifetime property solution partner. We offer a wide range of services for your property from material removal and demolition to land clearing and site prep. We welcome all projects big or small.

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RK Specialty Solutions
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Nixon, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a devoted company with many different types of services to offer and take care of all you’re needs

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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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