Winter Springs · Seminole County
Excavation & Trenching
in Winter Springs, FL
Winter Springs has big, old oaks across Tuscawilla, the Highlands and Oak Forest, and a trench line that runs through their roots is a problem for the tree and for the job. Before we dig a drainage run, a utility trench or a culvert here, we look at where the trees are, call in the locates, and route the cut to stay clear where we can.
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From utility trenches and water main installations to ditch cleanouts and drainage culverts, we dig to spec and leave a clean edge. We run the machines ourselves, so there's no guessing about what gets dug and where. If you need it in the ground or out of it, we can handle it. Call us at 407-443-2863 for a free estimate.
How it works
Getting excavation & trenching done in Winter Springs
Map trees and root zones
We walk the trench route with you, mark large oaks and any tree that might count as a specimen, and adjust the line so roots stay intact wherever the job allows it.
Find public and private lines
Sunshine 811 marks public utilities after our call, made at least two full business days out. We then look for the irrigation and lighting lines the locate will not show.
Dig, lay, restore
We dig to the grade the pipe needs, lay it, backfill and compact in lifts, and dress the surface so the trench does not turn into a sunken stripe across the lawn.
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Excavation & Trenching · Winter Springs
Big oaks shape every trench in Winter Springs
Winter Springs is one of the cities where a tree can hold up a job if nobody looks first. The city requires an arbor permit to remove a tree, $25 for a home and $10 for each extra tree, and the tree company has to hold a city arbor license and pull that permit for you. Removing a specimen or historic tree needs its own separate application on top of that. So we do not plan a trench through a big oak and hope for the best. We walk the route, mark the larger trees and their root zones, and move the line where the job allows. If a tree truly has to go, we tell you before the bid is final so a licensed tree company can pull the permit in time.
Housing from the late 1980s and what is buried
The Census puts Winter Springs' median year built at 1989, so many homes in Tuscawilla and Hacienda Village still have their original drainage, irrigation and service lines in the ground. Trenching on these lots can mean replacing a drain line, adding a run for an addition, or carrying water away from a low corner of the yard, all while working around what the original builder left behind.
Every dig starts with Sunshine 811 at least two full business days ahead. Older lots often have private lines the locate will not mark, like irrigation and landscape lighting, so we hand dig near anything uncertain. Clean spoil goes back in the trench, compacted in lifts so the lawn stays level. If the run crosses a driveway or walk, we plan the cut and patch with you before we start, so there are no surprises on the day we dig.
Local rules · Seminole County
What to know before you build or tear down in Winter Springs
Who issues the permit
City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
407-327-5963
Where the debris goes
Winter Springs homes
Rules and fees checked against official sources in October 2026. Cities change them, so we confirm with City of Winter Springs Building Division before every job.
What Clients Say
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“We hired Mintel Land Management to demo a house and the job was completed on time and everything was done correctly, inspectors were glad to have a good contractor on the job.”
“I have used this company over a dozen times with the removal of trees and stumps in my yard. The owner has become more of a friend then just a demolition company.”
“Reliable and dependable. Straightforward pricing does great work. Will definitely use again.”
“We contacted Kyle in hopes that he would be able to remove a very large pine stump from our back yard and grade the area after removal. He was above and beyond helpful and even cleared the vacant property lines on both sides of our property! He was very professional and respectful of our property, he was on time and his prices were very reasonable for the work performed. We will definitely be using his services in the future for our driveway widening project and any other future projects. 6 stars, I highly recommend using Mintel Land Management.”
“Excellent experience from start to finish. Fast, professional, and easy to work with. Would definitely recommend and use again.”
“Kyle came and pulled a few fallen trees out at my property and graded out another part. He came when he said he was going to as well.”
Winter Springs FAQ
Common questions
- Who pulls the tree permit if a tree is in the way?
- In Winter Springs, the tree company has to hold a city arbor license and pull the arbor permit for you. The fee is $25 for a home and $10 for each extra tree, and a specimen or historic tree needs its own separate application. We tell you early if a tree sits in the trench path so the permit is ready before we dig.
- Can you dig a drainage trench for a wet spot in my Tuscawilla yard?
- Yes. We look at where the water collects and where it can be carried, then dig the trench to a grade that moves it there, set the pipe, and backfill. The key is pitch: a line that runs flat just holds water. We check grade as we dig so the run actually drains when the next storm comes through.
- Does Winter Springs require a permit to trench?
- It depends on what goes in the ground. Plumbing, sewer and electrical lines usually fall under a permit pulled by the licensed trade making the connection, through the City of Winter Springs Building Division at City Hall on State Road 434. We coordinate with that trade so the trench is open and ready when their inspection is booked.
- What does excavation & trenching cost in Winter Springs?
- We dig to spec and leave a clean edge — utility trenches, water mains, ditch cleanouts, and culverts. We run the machines ourselves so there is no guessing about depth or placement. Every property is different, so the only honest number is one we give you after walking the site. Call 407-443-2863 for a free, no-obligation estimate in Winter Springs.
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