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Brushwacker Land Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carthage, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent Company, Excellent Service and Very Professional! We recently purchased a few acres and hired Mr. Scott to clear the land. His work was absolutely amazing and the final product far exceeded what we expected. We were always provided updates on the status of the project and he even worked on weekends to complete the clearing. We researched several other contractors for the project and Brushwacker Land Svs, by far, had excellent prices for clearing the land, grinding/removing stumps, and even completing a temporary driveway for our new home construction. We will definitely hire him in the future for landscaping projects. Brushwacker Land Services is a must!!"
Mulching
Excavation
Ice Storm Clean Up
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
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4 Aces Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

4 Aces Excavation is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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McVicar Land Management & Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Carthage, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with.\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n

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Wildcat Contract Services, LLC
4.8(
19
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Serving Carthage, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris the owner of wildcat was easy to work with and did everything he said he would do.. His guys that work for him very courteous and always cleaned up after they were finished. They turned our little cabin in the woods to a magical place I dreamed of it being. We already have other projects for Wild cat service To do for us ! I highly recommend!!!"
Placing 6” pipe
Final tie-ins at meter
Lowering in poly
Poly riser and valves
Rubber tire backhoe

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Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Carthage, TX

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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