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Dumpster Dog
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Serving Shepherd, TX and surrounding areas

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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."
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Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Smileys right on construction
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Serving Shepherd, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Randy and his team provided excellent service in removing my old concrete and the clean up. Great to work with and would definitely hire them again for my next project!"
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Frontier Concrete Co LLC
5.0(
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Serving Shepherd, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had an excellent experience with this concrete company. Their communication was outstanding, and they completed the job in a timely manner. The end result is a fantastic-looking driveway. I highly recommend their services! I was impressed by their honesty throughout the entire process. It's reassuring to work with a concrete company that values transparency and integrity."
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Frontier Land Services

+1

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
K & A Land Management
New to Angi

Serving Shepherd, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Shepherd, 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 Shepherd, TX homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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