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Apex Site Works
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Serving North Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Apex do all the flatwork, irrigation, drainage and landscape design and install at our custom home. Amazing outfit. Great communication and excellent quality of work. Will definitely use them on our next project."
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Texas Repair and Remodel
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Serving North Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Great communication, thoughtful consultation for the project (great/practical ideas), and the work was done exactly as planned. Highly recommend!"
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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NEW GEN PLUMBING LLC
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Serving North Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend this company. All contact with the office and the technician were very professional and I found all to be very courteous. They came out to fix a leaking valve in my Kitchen on short notice and on a Sunday Their fees were very fair. I will use them next time I need a plumber. ."
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+7

Response time5 hrs
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Ultra Group Tree Service
3.9(
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Serving North Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 30 yeaars of experience, Ultra Group Tree Service offers comprehensive tree care services to keep your property safe, healthy, and beautiful. From tree pruning and removal to stump grinding, emergency storm damage cleanup and land clearing services, our arborists provide expert care for trees of all shapes and sizes. With a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, we deliver reliable solutions that enhance the beauty and value of your landscape while preserving the health and longevity of your trees. Please note that all of our services include waste removal. \n\n24/7 Emergency Services \n\nEnglish and Arabic Available \n\nSenior Citizen, Military Veteran and Disable Persons Discounts Available - Inquire Within \n\nDeposits May Be Required on Larger Projects - Inquire Within \n\nAccepts Cash, Checks, Major Credit Cards and Zelle

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Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Lightning Earthwork
5.0(
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Serving North Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We actually self perform everything. From the initial estimate to the finished and ready for traffic product, Lightning's Concrete & Earthwork Professionals deiliver quality at a Subcontractor Direct to Consumer Price. We own (not rent) the heavy machinery, equipment, trucks, and tools. We hire train and develop all of the concrete and earthwork professionals on our team (not subcontract). We deliver direct from our warehouses from our manufacturer direct instock inventory of reinforcement of all sizes/types, concrete accessories, forming, shoring, expansion, cutting, & curing materials (not retail). We are eliminating the middleman mark up that end-users have been blind to, along with the mistakes that occur from lack of having direct contact with the ones who perform the work. We work around the customer to minimize impacts to their production in active/operating Facilities daily. We can place/pour concrete at any time on any day (Sunday included). We can Turnaround 10,000 SF of 10" thick Heavy-Duty Concrete paving w/ cement stabilization within 36 Hours (over a weekend). We strive to be the most incredible team that Concrete and Earthwork customers and competitors have ever experienced.

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FAQs for excavation projects in North Houston, 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.

The North Houston, TX homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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