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1-800-PLUMBER +AIR of West Palm Beach
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Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had an issue with a broken drain line and called 1-800-Plumbers, and I’m so glad I did. From start to finish, the experience was excellent. The owner, Ezequiel, was incredibly professional, responsive, and clearly takes pride in the work his team delivers. It’s not always easy to find reliable and honest service, but this company exceeded my expectations. I’m very grateful for the help and would absolutely recommend 1-800-Plumbers to anyone in need of plumbing services. Thank you again to Ezequiel and the team for such amazing work!"
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Sure Trac Services Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Sure Trac Services, we are your go-to for all your ground excavation and clearing needs. With the training and equipment our teams have, you can be sure that your project will be completed safely and to the highest standards. Schedule your estimate today!\n\n

Response time1 day
SWD Services LLC
New to Angi

Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. \nWe are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We have 24-hour emergency services.\n\nVeteran owned & operated!\n\nWe offer financing!

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Dream Clean
New to Angi

Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in deep cleaning, move-in/move-out services, and routine home maintenance, delivering a spotless, detail-focused clean every time. Our team is reliable, professional, and committed to creating a stress-free experience so you can enjoy a fresh, beautiful home without the hassle.\n\nAt Dream Clean, we don’t cut corners—we clean them. ✨

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CMB General Services
New to Angi

Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Slater Enterprises, LLC
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Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We Slater Enterprises for the installation of a French drain. They did an excellent job throughout the entire process. They came out quickly and identified our drainage issue, provided us in-depth knowledge about the fix and gave us the most competitive bed out of all the quotes we had. Many of our neighbors are using Slater Enterprises for a similar issue in their yards. We would definitely recommend them!"
Response time11 hrs
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FAQs for excavation projects in Boca Raton, FL

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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