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Abshire's Mulching and Excavation, LLC

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Abshire's Mulching and Excavation, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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4 years of experience

Abshire’s Mulching and Excavation, LLC strives to enhance residential and commercial property value through a natural approach to land management and functionality. As a family owned and operated business, backed by a Bachelor of Environmental Science Degree and using state of the art equipment, we take your investment seriously. Forestry Mulching is the process of removing undesirable vegetation without the harmful practice of topsoil, organic material and micro flora and fauna disruption. Selective mulching allows for the natural regeneration of forest floors as the customer desires. Services Include Custom land clearing- Ponds, dams and embankments Right-of-ways Fence rows Shooting lanes Tree trimming Pasture mowing and more! Excavation Services- Culvert repair and installation Erosion control, water diversion Trenching Small Demolition Like and share Abshire’s Mulching and Excavation on Facebook!

"Very good at his job, nice and fast, and a great person to work with."

Logan B on December 2021

Abshire’s Mulching and Excavation, LLC strives to enhance residential and commercial property value through a natural approach to land management and functionality. As a family owned and operated business, backed by a Bachelor of Environmental Science Degree and using state of the art equipment, we take your investment seriously. Forestry Mulching is the process of removing undesirable vegetation without the harmful practice of topsoil, organic material and micro flora and fauna disruption. Selective mulching allows for the natural regeneration of forest floors as the customer desires. Services Include Custom land clearing- Ponds, dams and embankments Right-of-ways Fence rows Shooting lanes Tree trimming Pasture mowing and more! Excavation Services- Culvert repair and installation Erosion control, water diversion Trenching Small Demolition Like and share Abshire’s Mulching and Excavation on Facebook!

"Very good at his job, nice and fast, and a great person to work with."

Logan B on December 2021

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Novation Landscapes & Irrigation

4.97(
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Novation Landscapes & Irrigation

4.97(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

Novation Landscapes & Irrigation provides custom landscape design & construction, including sprinkler system services to Tyler, TX, Longview and the surrounding areas of East Texas. We custom design beautiful landscape installations that use drought resistant plants and grasses and are optimized for sun and shade conditions. We work closely with our customers to achieve an aesthetic transformation that reflects the customers' taste and blends with the environment. We offer high quality woodwork, stone work, patio construction, patio covers, and decks. Our integrity, creativity, and attention to detail that we put into every job is unrivaled. For landscaping in Tyler, TX area, we're the one to call.

"Retaining Wall Repair"

Joshua L on November 2020

Novation Landscapes & Irrigation provides custom landscape design & construction, including sprinkler system services to Tyler, TX, Longview and the surrounding areas of East Texas. We custom design beautiful landscape installations that use drought resistant plants and grasses and are optimized for sun and shade conditions. We work closely with our customers to achieve an aesthetic transformation that reflects the customers' taste and blends with the environment. We offer high quality woodwork, stone work, patio construction, patio covers, and decks. Our integrity, creativity, and attention to detail that we put into every job is unrivaled. For landscaping in Tyler, TX area, we're the one to call.

"Retaining Wall Repair"

Joshua L on November 2020

Scherz Landscape Co

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Scherz Landscape Co

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Customers say: Quick response
98 years of experience

Additional email - david@scherzlandscape.com, jeff@scherzlandscape.com.

Additional email - david@scherzlandscape.com, jeff@scherzlandscape.com.

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Leon Durham Landscapes Unlimited LLC

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Leon Durham Landscapes Unlimited LLC

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Headed by owner Leon Durham, we've been creating and maintaining beautiful landscapes for over three decades. Our full service company offers everything from monthly maintenance to patios. We're locally owned and operated and take pride in providing you with a beautiful lawn. We pay attention to the little things and know what it takes to make your property beautiful. We transform properties into works of art and are ready to make your site our next masterpiece.

Headed by owner Leon Durham, we've been creating and maintaining beautiful landscapes for over three decades. Our full service company offers everything from monthly maintenance to patios. We're locally owned and operated and take pride in providing you with a beautiful lawn. We pay attention to the little things and know what it takes to make your property beautiful. We transform properties into works of art and are ready to make your site our next masterpiece.

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Coastal Bend Marketing

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Coastal Bend Marketing

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11 years of experience

Full Service Marketing Company providing Web design, Print, Engraving, Internet Advertising, Custom Graphics and offline marketing services,

Full Service Marketing Company providing Web design, Print, Engraving, Internet Advertising, Custom Graphics and offline marketing services,

Tex-Stros Construction

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Tex-Stros Construction

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Texstros construction is a family owned and operated company . We do everything from the ground up , bathroom remodels , house interior and exterior remodels , painting, textures , sheetrock tape and float, we install new windows , build you your dream deck . Roofing , concrete, foundation house leveling , build fences . What makes texstros stand out is we have quality work and reasonable prices . Free estimates !

Texstros construction is a family owned and operated company . We do everything from the ground up , bathroom remodels , house interior and exterior remodels , painting, textures , sheetrock tape and float, we install new windows , build you your dream deck . Roofing , concrete, foundation house leveling , build fences . What makes texstros stand out is we have quality work and reasonable prices . Free estimates !

Macedo Construction

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Macedo Construction

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Pouring concrete driveways and home pads dirt leveling and other custom jobs!

Pouring concrete driveways and home pads dirt leveling and other custom jobs!

S & H Drywall and Property Management

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S & H Drywall and Property Management

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Shidell Home Improvement

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Shidell Home Improvement

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27 years of experience

We are a close knit professional family of custom remodel contractors, subcontractors, and skilled trades people. As your Contractor, I promise to provide daily and professional one on one personal attention to you and your project. We offer several payment options including all major credit cards and PayPal.

We are a close knit professional family of custom remodel contractors, subcontractors, and skilled trades people. As your Contractor, I promise to provide daily and professional one on one personal attention to you and your project. We offer several payment options including all major credit cards and PayPal.

Cope Contracting

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Cope Contracting

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25 years of experience

At Cope Contracting we are a complete general contractor, that can take care of all your needs when it comes to any project around your home1

At Cope Contracting we are a complete general contractor, that can take care of all your needs when it comes to any project around your home1

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FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Athens, TX

Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.

Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.

A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.

Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.

Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.

Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.

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