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Greenlee Construction LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trevor Greenlee and Greenlee Construction are exceptional. From our first conversation, Trevor demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to helping us understand our options. He invested significant time and effort, always communicating clearly, answering questions thoroughly, and providing thoughtful guidance. His honesty, responsiveness, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. We truly appreciated his dedication, integrity, and the care he put into every step. I would highly recommend Trevor to anyone looking for a contractor who is knowledgeable, reliable, and genuinely values his clients."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Halvorsen Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Company performed multiple jobs: site preps & lands-cap grading & sloping. Excellent customer service, punctual, reasonable cost, provided numerous idea options. Will definitely hire this company again!"
Response time2 days
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Southern Site Works LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This gentleman has a great work attitude, willing to get things done when others won’t. He met with me that day and did the job the following week.. never expected my driveway to look better than new after grading two loads of rock. would highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tridion Environmental
4.8(
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Kurt was very responsive in replying to my inquiry and was quick to get us on his schedule. He cleared 1 acre of our land efficiently and professionally, I hardly knew they were here, we are very happy with results and will refer and use this company again"
Stunning Pool
Heavy Equipment
Hunting Retreat
Road Grading
Land Clearing & Grading

+65

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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PJs Services
4.7(
3
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very professionally done. The price was reasonable, he was quick to get to the job, and did everything with no hassle. He was very respectful and trustworthy."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carolina Land and Debris LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Summerville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I was very impressed by Carolina Land And Debris! There?s speedy team came prepared and looked sharp. It took care of my demolition project and left no mess and no damages. We definitely recommend them and we?ll be using them again on our next project."
Debris Removal
Debris Removal
Dirt & Debris Removal
Dirt & Debris Removal
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FAQs for excavation projects in Summerville, SC

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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