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Avatar for Stonebridge Landworks, LLC
Stonebridge Landworks, LLC
5.0(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Devin at Stonebridge Landworks. He?s hardworking, reliable, and takes real pride in the quality of his work. Beyond that, his character speaks for itself?honest, respectful, and someone you can truly trust to get the job done right."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Descher Diversified, LLC
4.6(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did the work exactly as outlined in the estimate. I will have them back in a few months for fill dirt and grading."
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading

+6

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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North GA Excavation Group, LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"He does awesome work. He is on time, he is honest and fair."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J & H Construction
4.3(
69
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh and his team completed the projects we needed at our house quickly. In fact, they were completed earlier than anticipated. He was easy to work with and they did a thorough job completing our deck, walkway, and painting our kitchen cabinets. We will definitely hire them again for our next project/s!"
Boathouse
Boathouse
Lake work
Lake work
Log Hand Rails

+6

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Keys Site Development
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was great! Mr. Chris Keys is a great man and easy to work with! Definitely would work with him again! Timely and efficient. Gotta love it!"
Septic system
Septic system
Septic system
Septic system
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Premium Grading and Pipe
4.7(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Reshaped my backyard after having some drainage repaired. 10/10 would recommend to everyone. Respectful and works in a timely fashion. The owner is very considerate and responsible."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Belchers Earth Shaping
4.5(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Solid work ethic. Honest. Integrity. Good Christian man. Easy to work with. Hope to work with on future projects."
Excavation
Mini excavator landscaping , septic systems
Lake kewee
Lake kewee
Lake kewee

+10

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Ace Septic
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Grizzle Dirt Works
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was shocked at the curtousness of this business, and the great value for the cost. I highly recommend this business!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Earth Shapers LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+3 more

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had contacted Warren about removing concrete debris. He came on time and did the job quickly. He also took on a second job spreading mulch for us for a reasonable fee. He’s a hard worker, on time and charges reasonable rate."
Before: the downstream side
Before: the upstream side
After: the upstream side
After: the downstream side
An overview of the finished project

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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FAQs for excavation projects in Cornelia, 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.

The Cornelia, GA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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