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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Locust Grove - Updated Nov 2026

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Evolve Flooring and Paint Plus LLC
5.0(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Locust Grove, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Project: Painting basement and Floor install; Very hardworking and committed to getting the job done in a very timely and professional manner. Excellent customer service and was very knowledgeable about the services that were provided. I would definitely recommend this company to any and everyone in need of help with their home improvements and I would definitely use this contractor again!"
Recommended by50%of homeowners
JBH Contractors
4.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Locust Grove, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JBH Contractors is a locally owned and operated business serving the Atlanta area! We will do any kind of dirt work for you from minor grading, to major resloping for foundations, clearing and landscaping! Call us anytime for your free estimates!

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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G Force Plumbing
4.8(
441
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Locust Grove, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"From the get-go, G Force Plumbing's customer service was so courteous and caring. I haven't experienced that beforehand. For instance, I just had work done by RS Andrews where the plumber servicing my work did a great job, but his administrative support team was really poor (each person had a different knowledge level about their services overall and how Angie's Lists offers work with their company), and their paperwork lacked some of the details the plumber said he would spell out. Not so with G Force Plumbing. The plumber, Raymond, is such a knowledgeable and caring person that he even took the time to review all the Angie's List offers, saving me hundreds of dollars I didn't know. Thank you, G Force! I plan on using your services for all my upcoming plumbing needs."
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FAQs for excavation projects in Locust Grove, 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 Locust Grove, GA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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