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First Shot Land Services
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Serving Shiner, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

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Dustry Dragons
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Serving Shiner, TX and surrounding areas

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Hello! My name is Alejandra Mondragon, and together with my husband, we proudly own and operate Dusty Dragons, a small construction business based in Austin, Texas. We’re passionate about bringing quality craftsmanship and reliable service to every project we take on.\nWith over 4 years of carpentry experience, 4 years in concrete work, and 2 years in painting, my husband brings a strong foundation of skill and dedication to the job. We work as a team to provide exceptional care, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction on every project—big or small.\nWe’re currently taking on side jobs as we continue to grow our business and build lasting relationships with our clients. Whether you need help with carpentry, concrete, or painting, we’d love the opportunity to bring your project to life.\nBased in Austin, but willing to travel, Dusty Dragons is ready to help with your next project—done right, the first time.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

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.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

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