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Avatar for BICKNELL EXCAVATING LLC
BICKNELL EXCAVATING LLC
4.9(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quality work

"Taylor is very personable and courteous. The work he did is excellent. I recommend this company for any excavating project you might have."
BICKNELL EXCAVATING
BICKNELL EXCAVATING
BICKNELL EXCAVATING
LAND CLEARING - BEFORE
DRIVEWAY PREP

+34

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Avatar for County Line Construction Group
County Line Construction Group
5.0(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy to work with, crews are in and out! HM does not waste any time!!"
Before
Tree trimming
Power washing exterior of home
Tree trimming
During

+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Firefly Earthworks, LLC
Firefly Earthworks, LLC
4.7(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They do what they promise and they said thanks for the business."
Our Equipment
Our Equipment
Our Equipment
Our Equipment
Work in Process

+9

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for Water My Grass, LLC
Water My Grass, LLC
4.8(
56
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nice job. My wife is working on more garden projects with Nate."
Sod and rock drains
rock flower bed an sod
The Gullys
SOD INSTALL FRONT YARD ONLY
SOD INSTALL

+26

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Avatar for Epic Lawn Care of DFW
Epic Lawn Care of DFW
5.0(
21
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gil and his crew took care of all our needs. Tilled bare spots, added enriched topsoil, laid sod, rolled finished sod, tore down junk behind fence, added sprinkler head, checked all sprinklers to ensure full coverage, collected live oak leaves from front yard, etc. We couldn’t be happier."
New Zoysia SOD installed
New Zoysia SOD installed
New Zoysia SOD installed
New Zoysia SOD installed
New Zoysia SOD installed

+17

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Avatar for Demo Dog Landworx
Demo Dog Landworx
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If youâ re looking for a business of quality and ethic.. LOOK NO FURTHER!! Easy communication and top notch customer service!"
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Avatar for Hernandez Brothers Tractor Work & Dump Truck Service
Hernandez Brothers Tractor Work & Dump Truck Service
4.7(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did great work. My bridge was impassable due recent flooding/ erosion. We were stranded at home. Unable to get out/across. Jose-Hernandez Brothers said it would be the following Tuesday (five days later) until he could do the job (this meant we would miss attending our Grandson's Graduation Party). However, due situation, they took time off to come out and make the repairs that Saturday. I would highly recommend Hernandez Brothers Tractor Work & Dump Truck Service not just for their great work, but character."
Response time8 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Avatar for Jensen Irrigation
Jensen Irrigation
4.9(
20
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Princeton, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Caleb Jensen was professional and did an excellent job designing and installing our irrigation system. We are out in the country, and he came out to give an estimate and point out any challenges we may face. Overall, a great experience and would recommend."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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. 

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

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