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Carolina Grading & Land Clearing LLC
4.6(
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Serving Gaffney, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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"You can't find a better service provider for this type of work anywhere in my area. We were extremely well pleased with not only the work but the polite and friendly atmosphere that they bring. They did even more than we expected!! The price was very affordable. If you need a plot of land cleared these are the guys to do. Awesome! I would highly recommend them to anyone."
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MacMillan Land Management, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gaffney, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great job, fast and efficient , good price, friendly and on time. I would recommend Ryan for any land management issue you may have. I will use Ryan again in the future for other projects."
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3D Grading & Landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Gaffney, SC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

3D Grading & Landscaping with over 35+ years in both fields. We love to satisfy customers but we also like to do the job correct. We originated from upstate New York so dirt is all we know. We work hard so you don't have to.

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Tucker Siteworks Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Gaffney, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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1st Choice Service Inc
4.9(
295
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Serving Gaffney, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The alarm went off during the weekend. They had an after hours service that took my phone call and scheduled me for Monday morning. They came, gave me two options for fixing the panel, and then fixed it. Was very happy with their service and would use them again."
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FAQs for excavation projects in Gaffney, 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.

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