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Rockin B Land Services
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Saint Jo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We needed an exposed gas pipe covered in our pasture and contacted Rockin B Land Services who responded promptly. Devin came out to evaluate the situation and gave us the estimate and his plan. He was here promptly on the scheduled day covered the pipe and graded the area so it flows naturally with the pasture and the runoff. We are extremely pleased and will have other projects in the near future."
Overgrown Lot
Cleared lot
Mulching overgrown lot
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Compean Excavation
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Saint Jo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Skid Steer Operator for Hire – Site Prep & Dirt Work\n\nNeed dirt moved or land cleared? \nProfessional skid steer services available with an experienced operator. From small cleanups to full site prep, no shortcuts—just solid work.\n\nBrush clearing, grading, driveways, pads, trenching, and more. Residential and commercial jobs welcome. Serving North Texas.\n

Finished Grading
Finished Grading
Finished Grading
Cedar Hill Project
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BJ Moving
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Jo, TX and surrounding areas

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BJ Moving is a locally owned Dallas moving company built by experienced movers who value hard work, reliability, and excellent customer service. With nearly five years of moving experience, we handle your belongings with care and treat every move as if it were our own.\n\nWe provide residential and apartment moving, office moves, packing, loading and unloading, furniture assembly, junk removal, and labor-only services. Whether you’re moving across town or simply need extra hands, our professional team is ready to make the process safe, smooth, and stress-free.\n\nChoose BJ Moving for dependable service, careful handling, honest pricing, and a hardworking team you can trust. Contact us today for a free quote!

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DRM Landscape LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Jo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

“We are a locally owned landscaping and property maintenance company dedicated to providing reliable, high-quality service. From routine lawn care to complete landscape maintenance, we take pride in keeping your property looking its best year-round

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H4 Land Management
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Saint Jo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Offers commercial services

H4 Land Management LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business based in Sunset, Texas, providing mechanical land clearing, forestry mastication, and brush management for federal agencies, private landowners, and business owners.\n\nOwner-operator Jeremy Hopkins is a U.S. Army veteran who served throughout Europe and deployed to Afghanistan — experience that built the discipline, adaptability, and ability to perform in demanding environments that define H4’s work today. He is also a 21-year firefighter with a lifelong agricultural background. H4 runs modern mulching equipment and delivers safe, on-spec work that reduces wildfire risk and improves land health.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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.

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.

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.

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