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Evergreen Oasis, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Henry and his team installed a beautiful paver walkway for me. They were on time, professional, and got to work quickly. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to do work."
Lanscaping Project In Decatur
Retaining wall install
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Install
Hardscaping Install

+31

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
276 neighbors recently requested a quote
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3D Brush Land Clearning
5.0(
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Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience from start to finish. Showed up on time, worked efficiently, and completely cleared out the area beyond expectations. Highly recommend for anyone needing brush or land cleared."
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Express Homeworks, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

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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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 Concrete Sidewalk Job
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 Concrete Sidewalk Job

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Extreme Works grading and construction
New to Angi

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hard working with 20+ years expieeence I. A lot of construction fields from grading and building to managing a huge fiber optic installation company. I have helped build so many other company’s reputation and business for other people so I decided to do it for myself

Lvl replacement
Lvl replacement
Lvl replacement
Sod install
Sod install

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FAQs for excavation projects in Decatur, 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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