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Avatar for Kelley's Southern Land Clearing, LLC
Kelley's Southern Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Valdosta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Will has done a handful of jobs for me at our home. He always responds promptly and is always very fair on price! He does exactly what he tells you he is gonna do and pays attention to the details! Iâ  m always more than satisfied when Will and Southern Land Clearing do a job for us."
Mulching job
2 acres mulched
Around a pond customer wanted cleared
Mulching job
Mulching job

+5

Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Environmental Audit and Assessment, Inc.
4.9(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Valdosta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company. Murray is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. He contacted me the same day I submitted the Home Advisor request, came out to see the property, and gave us a quote on the spot. The crew was out here working first thing the next morning. It was a difficult task clearing the edge of a sizable pond. The guys were hardworking and did a great job. I couldn't be happier with the service or the results! Highly recommend. Would definitely use again."
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BARFIELD EXCAVATION AND SITE PREP LLC
4.3(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Valdosta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I should have called him from the beginning! I called someone else and what a mistake. Cody came out and fixed what was messed up by this other guy. Cody burned all the massive piles that were left from land clearing and smoothed out the land that was messed up by the tracks. I will call him first because he takes pride in what he does and makes everything look amazing instead of leaving you with a mess. Cody also made us an arena for the horses! What a great guy and very responsible!"
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FAQs for excavation projects in Valdosta, 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 Valdosta, GA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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