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Shortridge Custom Grading LLC
4.3(
25
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"The Contractor assisted us with a culvert / drainage project including rough and final grading. Very knowledgeable and used a laser for proper grade and drainage."
Pool Excavation, fill in and grading
Pool
Filling in
Driveways
Driveways

+6

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Sarasota Home Improvements
4.9(
18
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I couldn t have been more pleased by their work. Due to a burst pipe they removed and replaced a cabinet, replaced about 17 linear feet of drywall, reused the granite and no damage to tiled backsplash. They also installed pull out shelves in the cabinets. I had them back for a 2nd job installing a 7ft stainless steel backsplash to my outdoor kitchen. Great work and they cleaned up their work space. Highly recommend them."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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West Coast Dumpsters, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It was amazing and caerfully taken care of. We honestly can’t say enough good about this company and we were extremely happy with the price after getting quotes from other companies that were almost double the money. Thank you again West Coast Dumpsters."
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Nico's Pro Services
5.0(
5
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Nico’s Pro Services for a driveway remodel. They were quick, clean, efficient, a very reasonably priced. I highly recommend them to everyone who is looking for any job done- big or small!"
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Prep

+52

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pops Property Management
5.0(
7
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Worked with PPM for my grading and re-sod project at my property. They arrived on time, worked great and used great quality sod. Recommend them and will be using them in the near future!"
Culvert Installation
Culvert Installation
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing

+24

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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4G Contracting & Land Services
5.0(
6
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Danny has been helping us on the property for several years now, everything from cutting down trees, fence installation to drainage and flood control. His professionalism, worth ethic and quality services is why we continue to use him today."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FJ Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offering excavation, dirt work, landing clearing and site work preparation for underground utilities anywhere in Florida. Located in Pinellas but willing to travel. Feel free to reach out for any questions or service needs.

Excavation work
Excavation work
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FAQs for excavation projects in Sarasota, FL

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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