Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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"Bob was truly a PRO. My experience was just GREAT!"
Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"If you are looking for a solid construction company sonart is the way to go for sure! All I could say was wow aside from the fact that my mouth was completely open for a solid five minutes LOL! The house was built around the 50s and hasnâ t been updated since the original build. To see our bathrooms brought more to a modern the lights was honestly heartwarming I know my mother would have appreciated this!Thank you again guys for your hard work!"
Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 1994
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"They do what they promise and they said thanks for the business."
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Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
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"This young man did an excellent job fixing my water draining in my front yard. His swells are very unnoticeable but effective and I think that’s what makes good excavation. I would’ve guessed he’s been doing this way longer that he told me. This man is barely getting started, thank you!"
Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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"Mark and his team were courteous and professional throughout the project. The demolition and concrete removal was completed ahead of time. I highly recommend this company."
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Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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"This is hands-down the best company Iâ  ve ever seen theyâ  re quick to respond. They do what they say theyâ  re going to do for the best price."
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"Friendly, down to earth, honest."
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Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"I have used them in dozens of projects and every time, they have met and exceeded expectations."
Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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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
Serving Balch Springs, TX and surrounding areas
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Experienced excavation contractor with 9 years in the field working for large earthmoving companies. From mass excavation, grading, storm drain experience, small commercial, and residential site work. Experience in dredging operations and seawall construction. Experience with GPS, UTS, LPS, Robot and laser equipment for persice grade control. Element earthworks is looking to start helping service the North Texas DFW area. Taking your excavation needs and bringing them to life.
Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.
When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.
Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.
If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.
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