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Matt Services, Inc.

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Matt Services, Inc.

4.90(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2014 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience serving the Beaumont area, Matt Services is your solution for all your pavement markings, excavation, roofing, concrete installation needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"This is a contractor you can trust, but all you have do talk to people who have conducted business with him."

Reginald L on February 2024

With over 20 years of experience serving the Beaumont area, Matt Services is your solution for all your pavement markings, excavation, roofing, concrete installation needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"This is a contractor you can trust, but all you have do talk to people who have conducted business with him."

Reginald L on February 2024

4G land development

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4G land development

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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. When you choose us, you're not just hiring equipment; you're partnering with an operator who values hard work, expertise, and your complete satisfaction. Why Hire Us? 8 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. A 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. 100% 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.

Hello, I’m Hunter Guillory, and I lead a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality land clearing and dirt work services. When you choose us, you're not just hiring equipment; you're partnering with an operator who values hard work, expertise, and your complete satisfaction. Why Hire Us? 8 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. A 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. 100% 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.

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Allied Outdoor Solutions

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Allied Outdoor Solutions

4.70(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

NO REPAIR WORK OR REPAIR SERVICES OFFERED. Allied Outdoor Solutions specializes in remodeling backyard living spaces. We offer a variety of hardscape options including: a hand-crafted stone overlay system, decorative concrete, pavers, stone and travertine. We also build pools, patio covers, pergolas, outdoor kitchens and fire features. Our goal is to make your backyard a space you simply cannot wait to get home to.

"We are very pleased with the job. It looks great and they are a great company. They went above any beyond to please us!"

David H on October 2025

NO REPAIR WORK OR REPAIR SERVICES OFFERED. Allied Outdoor Solutions specializes in remodeling backyard living spaces. We offer a variety of hardscape options including: a hand-crafted stone overlay system, decorative concrete, pavers, stone and travertine. We also build pools, patio covers, pergolas, outdoor kitchens and fire features. Our goal is to make your backyard a space you simply cannot wait to get home to.

"We are very pleased with the job. It looks great and they are a great company. They went above any beyond to please us!"

David H on October 2025

First Class Plumbing

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First Class Plumbing

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We can take care of all your plumbing needs!

"Mike Cooper did a wonderful job. I had a leaking toilet and he was able to come to my home within a few hours. He was super efficient, polite, and has excellent work ethics. I would hire him again for my plumbing needs."

Jennifer G on November 2020

We can take care of all your plumbing needs!

"Mike Cooper did a wonderful job. I had a leaking toilet and he was able to come to my home within a few hours. He was super efficient, polite, and has excellent work ethics. I would hire him again for my plumbing needs."

Jennifer G on November 2020

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Olson's Earthworks LLC

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Olson's Earthworks LLC

5.00(
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2020 years of experience

Olson's Earthworks LLC, established in mid-2020, offers professional tree care services to businesses and homeowners across Texas and Louisiana. This company of highly experienced and skilled arborists is committed to meeting all your tree service needs, ensuring your trees receive the expert care they deserve

"Olson's Earthworks, LLC is a lifesaver! After my neighbor's tree fell on my camper, Olson's Earthworks showed up the next day, made a plan, and removed the tree (had to cut down more of the neighbor's tree to get it off my home). Professional, friendly, helpful. These guys are the best! "

Samantha C on September 2025

Olson's Earthworks LLC, established in mid-2020, offers professional tree care services to businesses and homeowners across Texas and Louisiana. This company of highly experienced and skilled arborists is committed to meeting all your tree service needs, ensuring your trees receive the expert care they deserve

"Olson's Earthworks, LLC is a lifesaver! After my neighbor's tree fell on my camper, Olson's Earthworks showed up the next day, made a plan, and removed the tree (had to cut down more of the neighbor's tree to get it off my home). Professional, friendly, helpful. These guys are the best! "

Samantha C on September 2025

Bosco Industries LLC

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Bosco Industries LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional DBA - BOSCO Construction Company, 802 LaPointe Enterprises LLC.

"Highly recommend Bosco. The communication and customer service was outstanding. Also, the technicians that showed up were thorough and explained everything to me. They replaced my whole system in a timely manner & got me back up and running!"

Lacy S on June 2024

Additional DBA - BOSCO Construction Company, 802 LaPointe Enterprises LLC.

"Highly recommend Bosco. The communication and customer service was outstanding. Also, the technicians that showed up were thorough and explained everything to me. They replaced my whole system in a timely manner & got me back up and running!"

Lacy S on June 2024

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Monty's Soil Pumping SVC

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Monty's Soil Pumping SVC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Foundation soil stabilization Soil slurry pumping under homes with crawl space that have standing water issues Block and base homes that kept shifting due to standing water Plumbers tunnels that aren't back filled. correctly Driveway voids and cavities

Foundation soil stabilization Soil slurry pumping under homes with crawl space that have standing water issues Block and base homes that kept shifting due to standing water Plumbers tunnels that aren't back filled. correctly Driveway voids and cavities

Husbands-4-Hire

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Husbands-4-Hire

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2000 years of experience

Husbands-4-Hire has been serving SouthEast Texas for over 5 years now, with quality, affordable craftsmenship. There is no limit to the things to do. "From Roots To Roofs And Everything Between, 1 Call We Do It All"!

Husbands-4-Hire has been serving SouthEast Texas for over 5 years now, with quality, affordable craftsmenship. There is no limit to the things to do. "From Roots To Roofs And Everything Between, 1 Call We Do It All"!

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JMMCo, Inc

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JMMCo, Inc

2.00(
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2017 years of experience

JMMCo Industries is a General Contractor that specializes in small to large home improvement projects. Most recently, demolition and home restoral have been a current focus due to the ill-effects of Hurricane Harvey. As professionals, we offer accurate estimates (insurance grade), and work closely with our clients to match our expertise to their vision of a better home.

"The contract sent out a crew to remove the old roof. That crew completed that in 1 day. The contract didn't get a roofing crew out for about a week after. I ended up raining & causing interior damage. The roofers installed the new roof but it was horrible! It was very very poor work. The contract said he was going to fix a few problems & wanted to get the balance of the roof job. We questioned why he didn't @ less replace the fascia before doing the roof & that's when it turned. The contract wanted to get paid for the roof job before he did anything else. After going back & forth about the poor roof job, the contractor agreed to return the deposit because he admitted that it was a poor job. He wrote up a agreement to repay the deposit but has yet to do so. After several calls, he stated he is out of business & will pay a little @ a time, when he get some money."

Richard M on February 2019

JMMCo Industries is a General Contractor that specializes in small to large home improvement projects. Most recently, demolition and home restoral have been a current focus due to the ill-effects of Hurricane Harvey. As professionals, we offer accurate estimates (insurance grade), and work closely with our clients to match our expertise to their vision of a better home.

"The contract sent out a crew to remove the old roof. That crew completed that in 1 day. The contract didn't get a roofing crew out for about a week after. I ended up raining & causing interior damage. The roofers installed the new roof but it was horrible! It was very very poor work. The contract said he was going to fix a few problems & wanted to get the balance of the roof job. We questioned why he didn't @ less replace the fascia before doing the roof & that's when it turned. The contract wanted to get paid for the roof job before he did anything else. After going back & forth about the poor roof job, the contractor agreed to return the deposit because he admitted that it was a poor job. He wrote up a agreement to repay the deposit but has yet to do so. After several calls, he stated he is out of business & will pay a little @ a time, when he get some money."

Richard M on February 2019

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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