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D5 Plus, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Melissa, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went great. I would definitely recommend D5 Plus for this type of job or any of the other various jobs they do below: Demolition (Houses, Buildings, concrete, brick, asphalt, etc…) Excavation (swimming pools, lot preparation, trenching, etc…) Shredding, Bush Hog, Brush Hog Dirt / Sand / Gravel delivery and spreading Garden tilling Land clearing and leveling Brush cleanup and removal Stump removal Pond Dredging / Digging / Cleanup Food plots Trails / paths Culvert installs Construction Entrances / Rough grade driveway New Gravel Driveways Prep and grade existing drives Swales and French Drains Utility Trenching Post Holes Flowerbed creation Stone Edging / Retaining Walls Flagstone Patios Landscape ideas / design Others that are sub-contracted: Patio Covers Home Additions Concrete (all types) Swimming Pools Artificial Turf (starting to do this with my guys)"
Pool Demolition - Fill Only
Pool Demolition - Fiberglass Removal
Excavating Project
Pool Demolition - Fill Only
Pool Demolition - Fiberglass Removal

+58

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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County Line Construction Group
5.0(
22
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Serving Melissa, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hector was absolutely amazing from our first contact. I explained what we needed and why! (A story behind our privacy fence panels from a crazy neighbor lol) and he and his amazing crew knocked it out of the park! My husband and I have already asked for quotes on our future projects. We have truly found an amazing company to complete those. The crew's attention to details and the clean up they did was so professional and respectful. They were willing to haul off the trash but when we said absolutely not....drop it in our trash bins....we got this, they asked "are you sure, we don't mind". It was a no brainer. This company is absolutely great and I encourage anyone to hire these guys for your projects. Thank you Hector and the crew...we are forever grateful."
Before
Tree trimming
Power washing exterior of home
Tree trimming
During

+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Five O'clock Excavation LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Melissa, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This young man did an excellent job fixing my water draining in my front yard. His swells are very unnoticeable but effective and I think that’s what makes good excavation. I would’ve guessed he’s been doing this way longer that he told me. This man is barely getting started, thank you!"
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
10
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Serving Melissa, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is hands-down the best company Iâ  ve ever seen theyâ  re quick to respond. They do what they say theyâ  re going to do for the best price."
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Nogaj Land Company
5.0(
6
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Serving Melissa, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Nogaj Land Company for forestry mulching, and I could not be more impressed with their professionalism and the quality of their work. The mulching process was completed efficiently transforming our overgrown property into a clean, manageable space. They took the time to assess the area thoroughly and made thoughtful recommendations on how to best approach the project. They exceeded my expectations in every way, delivering the work on time and within budget. I’ll definitely be calling them again for any future land clearing projects!"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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All Star Paving & Construction
4.6(
60
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Serving Melissa, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They came out and gave us an estimate, then we proceeded to hire them to repair our driveway. Excellent job! Will contact them again in the future when ready to complete the rest of our driveway!!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for excavation projects in Melissa, 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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