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Baker Septic Service
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Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great. They were prompt, even offered to come early on the day of their appointment, courteous, informative and didn't leave a mess."
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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Knuckle Creek Contracting llc
5.0(
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Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Lucas and his crew did a fantastic job! They completed all repairs in one day. He also worked within our budget which was a huge relief. I highly recommend them if you have any septic system issues"
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Texas All Terrain Co.
3.8(
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Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased with the whole process. I dealt with Luke Rios and he was absolutely amazing. Everything was super easy and I will definitely be using them again. I highly recommend these guys."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Frontline Land Services
4.9(
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Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had quite a few delays to address the leveling of a large area in my yard due to rain, but Robert was very good to stay in touch and reschedule. When the yard dried and he was finally able to address my project, he did an amazing job! His equipment, his expertise and professionalism proved to be exactly what I needed to get this project done exactly as I required. All, for a fair and reasonable price. I highly recommend Robert and Frontline Land Services. I will be using their services in the future!"
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
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Borco Site Services & Demolition
4.2(
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Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my yard cleared from 2 years of neglect. They did such a good job at a very reasonable price that I hired them again to fix my whole fence! They did a great job with that as well! Thanks guys!"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Mulching Marine, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with The Mulching Marine. Scheduling was easy, and they were quick to respond, which made the whole process smooth from the start. They showed up on time, communicated clearly, and handled everything professionally. The quality of their work really stood out! Everything was cleared and mulched evenly and exactly how I wanted it. They took their time to make sure it was done right and that I was happy before finishing up. Highly recommend The Mulching Marine if you’re looking for reliable, efficient, and high-quality service!"
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FAQs for excavation projects in Universal City, 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.

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