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Borries Landscaping, LLC
4.8(
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am very pleased with the work performed. Gardens which were terribly overgrown were removed from my backyard. Fill was added to front , side, and back yard. New St. Augustine sod was installed. Old overgrown plants were removed from the front garden and were replaced with low maintenance plants. High grade mulch was also installed. Five weeks later my front, back, and side yards look wonderful! I simply followed Noah's watering instructions. Workers arrived on time and work was accomplished in a timely manner. Very satisfied with the work and the end product."
Sod Install
Sod Install
Sod Install
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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RG Services 2021
5.0(
3
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The guys at RG Services did an amazing job on my walk in tub install. The job was completed in a timely fashion, the craftsmanship is amazing, and the customer service was great. I highly recommend RG Services 2021 for any plumbing or remodeling related projects."
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Limpieza residencial
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Limpieza residencial
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Supreme Fencing Systems, LLC
New to Angi

Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time5 days
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Impressive Construction Group
5.0(
17
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Have worked with Nick and crew for about twenty years. Great quality, punctuality, honesty and integrity. My Go-To company for flooring, wall tiling, etc. Our company demands excellence and we get it from Impressive Construction."
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Hackley Enterprises, LLC
4.8(
42
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These folks are PROFESSIONALS! They show up when they say they will, work efficiently and leave the job site clean. The materials are top notch and the install methods worked great for my property. The initial visit from Mr. Wesley Pego was excellent and really helped me decide on the right design to replace my fence. What Hackley installed was much, much better than the fence it replaced. Thanks so much. I'm keeping Hackley's contact card handy for future reference."
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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in New Orleans, LA

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 New Orleans, LA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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