Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"Houston Excavation Contractors did a wonderful job with the plumbing work they did for me. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for reliable plumbing."
Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"Highly responsive and showed up on time and completed the work exactly as scoped. Will definitely use again"
Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
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We specialize in excavating and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
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Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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"Excellent service! They removed junk from our home and garage, helped us clear out a lot of clutter, and were professional, efficient, and easy to work with. We're very happy with the results and would definitely recommend them to anyone needing junk removal."
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Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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"Friendly, down to earth, honest."
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Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
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"Excellent work and a good price!"
Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
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"He was quick to respond to my inquiry by coming in person. We looked at the condition of the flowerbeds and he spoke about soil, mulch and what was good and bad for the plants. He was sensitive to the fact that at our stage in life frugality is necessary and gave us a conservative estimate/ price. He kept his word, worked us into his schedule. He cleaned the flowerbeds and put mulch all around the plants already in place. He finished by the time he said he would."
Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Small jobs welcome
"The work they did looks great."
Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They started the job on the promised day. Everyone on crew was good to work with. I had an old barn and overgrown fence line removed at a price I was happy with."
Serving Richmond, TX and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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Emergency services offered
"I just want to say itâ s hard to find an honest plumbing company and these guys are it. We did an outdoor pool bath and these guys were competitive timely and got the job done. You will not be disappointed with their attention to detail, service and honesty."
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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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