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Chastain Land Development
4.7(
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Very prompt and really understands the meaning of customer service. Returned all calls quickly and was prompt on the job site. Chastain Land Development also really know to safely take down trees hanging over your home. Entire crew was great to work with. We highly recommend this company!"
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Response time2 days
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carroll Brothers Grading
4.2(
25
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David did a great job on my driveway, it was really messed up with concrete that was poured by another company and not smoothed out right. After David and his helper were through my driveway looked great!! I would recommend this company to anyone that needs any work that they specialize in. David is a good Christian man and a sweetheart, very nice and polite. His helper (sorry, I didn't get his name) is very nice and polite also. Thanks David for your help and if I need anything else done, I will give you a call."
Wall top view with new grass
We built a wall that gave more yard and we installed sod
Outside corner of new wall.
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+16

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Express Homeworks, LLC
4.5(
15
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to address a leakage at the back of my house. They did a ton of work. Digging the foundation out, new drainage pipes, french drain. Water sealer, water deflector on the foundation. Re grading the yard. The end result was fantastic, leak is stopped. They will work with me answer my questions and make sure what I asked is addressed. Communication is great as well. This is a hidden gem type of contractor. I will definitely hire them again for my future yard works."
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+2

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Peach City Renovations
5.0(
7
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Anthony was very professional, communicated great, did everything on time and on budget, and was a pleasure to work with. He did boulder relocation and tree removal and it went so well, with minimal disruption. I will never use anyone else. A quality person and quality work!"
Texture Meets Nature
Stone & Steam Spa
Reflected Calm
Bathroom
Warm Modern Kitchen

+33

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S & E Grading
5.0(
4
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Serving Canton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional and got my project done ahead of time. The pricing was lower than I would have expected. Overall very pleased with S&E grading."
Resloping
Grading
Prep-grading
Getting it done
Drainage channels

+1

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Canton, GA

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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