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

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In business since 2020

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"Scott and Casey were so professional and cordial. exceeded all my expectations regarding the repairs done to a damaged terraced retaining wall on my property. I will be calling them back in the future to do some land clearing."
Mulching
Excavation
Ice Storm Clean Up
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Dumpster Dog
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Serving Center, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"This is hands-down the best company Iâ  ve ever seen theyâ  re quick to respond. They do what they say theyâ  re going to do for the best price."
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
JWK Construction Services
3.6(
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Serving Center, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project: Rebuilt my pond dam, cleaned and reshaped the interior bowl. William and Brad completed the job on time. He and his crew did everything he promised and there were NO surprises at the end . He is top notch and I am having him do additional work on my place. Highly recommend him to all. Norm B Nacogdoches Texas 10-30-2020"
Response time1 day
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McVicar Land Management & Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Center, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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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FAQs for excavation projects in Center, 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.

The Center, TX homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.