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Borco Site Services & Demolition
4.2(
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Serving Taft, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"I needed my yard cleared from 2 years of neglect. They did such a good job at a very reasonable price that I hired them again to fix my whole fence! They did a great job with that as well! Thanks guys!"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Skid Pro Services
5.0(
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Serving Taft, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mark was timely & effective in clearing the property to enable his installing the new fence. Mark was easy to talk with. He kept us updated with photos/videos. His word was his honor."
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Tree stump removal
Tree stump removal
Tree stump removal

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Baird Foundation Repair
4.5(
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Serving Taft, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience with a very professional crew. The work of fixing my front sidewalk and driveway was completed quickly, on time, and looks great now! Thanks to Jackie and Ryan, who did the repair work. They were friendly, efficient, and quickly completed all the work needing to be done. They answered all my questions. I would go to Baird Foundation Repair without hesitation for any future foundation or concrete work, if the need develops. I'll be recommending Baird to all of my neighbors and friends. Oh, and the cost of the work being done actually came in a little under what I was expecting, which was a very nice surprise!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

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.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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