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Masterpiece Land Builders Corp
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Highly recommend! did an excellent job on my property. Professional, reliable, and clearly knows what he’s doing. The work was done efficiently, the site was left clean, and the results were exactly what I hoped for. I wouldn’t hesitate to use him again or recommend him to anyone needing excavation work."
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C&D Junk Removal
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"Needed my living room emptied as I was doing a renovation and wanted to replace all the furniture. Dan came in and was very professional and polite, I was happy to see no damage done to my house in the process. Would highly recommend."
Junk Removal
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1-800-PLUMBER +AIR of West Palm Beach
5.0(
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

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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SWD Services LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

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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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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