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Trailblazers
4.9(
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Serving Boiling Springs, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Years of water erosion needed fill and grading. Three other contractors had come and promised estimates. Crickets. Russ came out and gave us an estimate and did the work quickly and professionally. Easy to work with and did the job when he said he would. Very satisfied. Highly recommended. Definitely hire him again if needed."
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Skinner's Lawn and Landscape
5.0(
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Serving Boiling Springs, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Brad Skinner and his team provide excellent services in the delivery and installation of 18 pallets of sod in my yard. He kept me informed on the timing of the delivery, called ahead to verify that i flagged the sprinkler heads, fully prepped the subsurface. Installation was done in one day. Power-washed our drive afterwards. He also offered the best pricing. Stand-up guy. Does what he says he will do plus more."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Boiling Springs, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brad was the 3rd person to call me and set up a time to quote my job BUT was the only one to actually show up at the scheduled time. Weather finally allowed Brad time to complete my job and I am pleased with his work. He arrived early and completed my job the same day. He and his guys were knowledgeable, hard workers and polite with all my questions and concerns regarding my job. I would definitely recommend Bulldog Civil Consultants!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Absolute Property Management
4.7(
50
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Serving Boiling Springs, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a good experience with Trent and his crew. Very good understanding of our needs for the yard, good professional approach, serious attention to job (We decided not to install sod today.) Expect to call on this team again."
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River rock
River rock
River rock
Grass seeding

+13

Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McGinn Landscaping
4.6(
27
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Serving Boiling Springs, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very efficient, courteous and willing to work with ownersâ  s ideas and requests. Have decided to hire them for regular lawn maintenance because of the quality of work completed."
Response time3 days
Response rate91%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prime Level Contractors LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Boiling Springs, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"hired then for 2 projects: 1. old house demolition that was a bit on the difficult part access wise. They came in way cheaper then two other bids and did the job faster then those as well. organized removal of the dumpsters with debris . left the place clean. 2. . big old garage demo and bringing gravel on its spot. afain. great prices, service and value"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Boiling Springs, SC

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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