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Avatar for Knock Out Professional Landscaping, LLC
Knock Out Professional Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Cedar Hills, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job re-landscaping my backyard. It looks beautiful & I am so happy with the results! They were here when they promised, very professional & friendly. Francisco was super helpful & went above & beyond to get the job done & the clean up exceeded my expectations! I would highly recommend this Company for all your landscaping needs!"
Title fire pit
Title trampoline
Title steps
Title xeriscaped
Title pavers

+49

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for WE-HAUL NEIGHBORHOOD HAUL AWAY SERVICE L.L.C.
WE-HAUL NEIGHBORHOOD HAUL AWAY SERVICE L.L.C.
5.0(
28
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Serving Cedar Hills, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired We Haul service to clear out a garage of moving and packing debris. They did an excellent job! They were responsive. The price was right and we were very pleased. I would highly recommend their service!"
Shed Roof
Shed Wall Demolition
50 Year Old Shed
Shed Demo
Final Section

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Grass & Rocks Landscaping
4.9(
21
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Serving Cedar Hills, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Always came as promised weather permitting. Worked hard and performed work efficiently and carefully and did beautiful work. They removed grass and re-graded a negative slope into a positive slope, installed brick patio, rerouted sprinkler lines and extended rain gutter drain pipes away from the house."
initial land 1
initial land 2
initial land 3
Grid land 1 with Top soil
Grid land 2 with Top soil

+37

Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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MTMC Holdings, LLC
4.8(
37
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Serving Cedar Hills, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt made it easy to get our landscaping overhaul. He got back to us quickly to provide a quote, recommended low- maintenance plants, removed all of the old mulch and dead plants, dug up stumps, trimmed trees and plants, replaced drip hoses, placed filter fabric, and spread mulch. He and his team did a great job. No issues, good communication, and trustworthy."
Master Bathroom Alpine
Garage Provo
Guardrail Saratoga
Custom Sliding Glass Door Sandy
Master Bathroom Salt Lake

+15

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Rocky Mountain Dirt Work & Landscaping, LLC
Rocky Mountain Dirt Work & Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Cedar Hills, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My family has been in the general contracting business for 70 years. I understand the goal of any good contractor is to exceed the expectations of those he serves. My experience with Preston was exemplary of that goal. I would recommend his service to anyone looking for a quality excavator or landscaper, honest, fair, reliable, and timely service."
rock walls
rock walls
rock walls
Vista
Vista

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
JH Concrete & Exteriors, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Cedar Hills, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We recently hired JH Concrete to pour a patio in our backyard, and we couldn't be happier with the results. From the initial estimate to the final cleanup, their team was professional, punctual, and easy to work with. They took the time to properly prepare the area, paid attention to every detail, and delivered a high-quality finished product that exceeded our expectations. The patio looks fantastic and has completely transformed our outdoor space into an area our family can enjoy for years to come. The crew worked hard, communicated well throughout the project, and kept the job site clean and organized. If you're looking for a reliable concrete contractor who takes pride in their work and delivers exceptional results, I highly recommend JH Concrete. Their craftsmanship, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction truly set them apart."
Pickle ball court
Pickle ball court
Pickle ball court
Pickle ball court
Back patio and driveway

+10

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

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.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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