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5X Legacy, LLC
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Seymour, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"5X Legacy regraded my yard to correct negative drainage. They were skilled and careful with the machine, didnâ t hit anything. Used laser to find path for water and didnâ t overwork the area. In and out quickly. Good bunch of guys."
Excavation
Excavation
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maxey Construction
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Seymour, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

"This company did an awesome job. I was very pleased with their timelines and professional attitude throughout the entire process, they were on time for the estimate and every step of the way from start to finish and did exquisite work. 10/10 would recommend."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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