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Revitalize
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Trenton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were professional, knowledgeable, and on time. Finished the yard in one day, and cleaned up when they were finished. Love having grass in my backyard! Will use them on another project this fall to add flowers, bushes, and trees. Looking forward to using them again!"
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+3

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cp excavation
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Trenton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

\nWe take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Concrete patio
Concrete patio
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Mitch Hasty Construction and Demolition LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mitch arrived in a timely manner. He completed my project as he advised he would. He gave us a more than fair price for job assigned! Very professional and courteous."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Armadillo Excavation
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

ARMADILLO EXCAVATION is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!\n​\n\nARMADILLO EXCAVATION is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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DigForce Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Trenton, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DigForce Excavation did an excellent job digging out my tornado shelter. They used an excavator and a skid steer, which made the work fast, efficient, and precise. The crew was professional, worked safely, and left the area clean when they were finished. I?m very satisfied with the quality of their work and would highly recommend DigForce Excavation to anyone needing excavation services."
septic system
septic system
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septic system

+9

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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Warren Excavation & Grading, LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Trenton, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They are very prompt and professional. I had ordered a load of gravel for a project, I have a very odd driveway coming in off the main road (the truck would have to make a very sharp turn into my drive). I live on Lookout Mountain so I texted him some pics of the road/driveway to save him from coming over (he was gladly going to come look the same day). He said it was no problem his driver could make it and I had my gravel the next day! Would highly recommend and will use in the future."
Driveway Installation
Site Preparation
Driveway Installation
Driveway Installation
Level Pad

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GAC Services, LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Trenton, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GAC Services did an outstanding job clearing my brand-new property, which was densely packed with forest, thick trees, and years of overgrowth. The project was massive, but Austin handled it with professionalism, efficiency, and care. Despite some weather delays, he showed up as often as possible and made excellent progress each time. I was impressed by his equipment, work ethic, and the respect he showed for the land. Highly recommend GAC Services for top-quality land clearing."
250 gal propane tank installation
250 gal propane tank installation
250 gal propane tank installation
Underground propane tank
250 gal propane tank installation

+52

Response time1 day
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Trenton, GA

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 Trenton, GA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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