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ZR Landscaping and Grading
4.5(
146
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"ZR Landscaping transformed the mud pit that was our backyard into a beautiful patio with new landscaping and a retaining wall. The team showed up regularly and worked extremely hard each day to finish within two weeks. Communication and customer service were excellent throughout the entire process and the team left our yard and driveway clean afterwards."
ROCK WORK
My Work
New home landscaping
My Work
My Work

+92

Response time2 days
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Fisher Stump Services
5.0(
11
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hey y’all! I had a couple stumps I needed removed and everyone else I went to was a couple weeks out. JJ answered the phone and could do it that week! JJ was great and got it done fast and cheap. Highly recommend."
stump removed
Stump to be removed
Stump to be removed
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Titan Construction LLC
4.9(
8
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"After the initial consultation, Dennis drafted a design that encompassed what I desired for that outdoor space. From start to finish, they were readily available to answer questions or address any concerns. There is one more phase to this project and I am very pleased with the workmanship."
Custom Log Home
Custom Home Kitchen
Custom Cabinetry
Granite Installation
Completed Custom Kitchen

+24

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prime Level Contractors LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was very satisfied with the work done. The guys were friendly, professional and knowledgeable about my project. They did an awesome job trimming my broken tree and will definitely use them for any future projects!"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Duncan, SC

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 Duncan, SC homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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