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Baker Septic Service
4.8(
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Serving Fischer, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great. They were prompt, even offered to come early on the day of their appointment, courteous, informative and didn't leave a mess."
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Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Knuckle Creek Contracting llc
5.0(
7
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Serving Fischer, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service, excellent quality work, very courteous and professional, open to listening to and meeting our requests and concerns. Very punctual and kept clear communication throughout the project. Also, their pricing is very competitive. At completion of project great care was taken to ensure premises were back in proper order. We plan to use their services again in the future. We would confidently recommend Knuckle Creek Contracting llc to family, friends and neighbors."
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Landscaping Project
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+19

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cajun Shredder
5.0(
11
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Serving Fischer, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kip took the time to evaluate what needed to be done before proceeding and offered suggestions on what should be left instead clearing my entire property. He clearly explained the process and jumped on the job within a week of approval from my neighborhood POA. Extremely satisfied with work!"
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Response time11 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Texas All Terrain Co.
3.8(
4
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Serving Fischer, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased with the whole process. I dealt with Luke Rios and he was absolutely amazing. Everything was super easy and I will definitely be using them again. I highly recommend these guys."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Borco Site Services & Demolition
4.2(
5
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Serving Fischer, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my yard cleared from 2 years of neglect. They did such a good job at a very reasonable price that I hired them again to fix my whole fence! They did a great job with that as well! Thanks guys!"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Mulching Marine, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Fischer, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"They are quick to respond and very timely providing a quote and arriving on site. Paul is wonderful to work with and took care of my whole field, all in one day. Fair pricing and easy communication."
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FAQs for excavation projects in Fischer, 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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