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C & K Dirt Works

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C & K Dirt Works

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Free onsite estimate

We take pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"C&K Trucking did the job right the first time. Quickly, efficiently, and professional. We are well pleased with the yard, sidewalk, and driveway work done by C&K Trucking this past week. The crew was well mannered and polite."

Bruce B on September 2025

We take pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"C&K Trucking did the job right the first time. Quickly, efficiently, and professional. We are well pleased with the yard, sidewalk, and driveway work done by C&K Trucking this past week. The crew was well mannered and polite."

Bruce B on September 2025


"Run! Do NOT hire John for ANY work on your property. After 3 months of work, this is what we ended up with. He claimed that the ground he cleared for our pasture was "ready for our horses." After 3 months of work, this is what little he got done on our 3 acres of pasture. He was also to install a culvert and entry to the driveway and you can see the very thin layer of clay that he laid down and what the result of the driveway looks like. After giving him over $20,000 and repeatedly telling him explicitly that he needed to complete the job, we finally had to call the Sheriffs office to get him to leave because was screaming & yelling & acting completely unprofessional. This guy has the gift of gab and he will talk you in circles. After having the Sheriffs called & telling him he was no longer allowed on our property, we had to hire another company to correct & finish the disaster he created. They were able to clear 18 acres in 2 weeks & John couldn't properly clear 3 acres in 3 months."

Monica K on December 2025

MustardSeed EarthworX, LLC is a full service licensed Alabama Contractor providing land clearing, demolition, excavation, and storm water entity serving the Southeastern United States.

"Run! Do NOT hire John for ANY work on your property. After 3 months of work, this is what we ended up with. He claimed that the ground he cleared for our pasture was "ready for our horses." After 3 months of work, this is what little he got done on our 3 acres of pasture. He was also to install a culvert and entry to the driveway and you can see the very thin layer of clay that he laid down and what the result of the driveway looks like. After giving him over $20,000 and repeatedly telling him explicitly that he needed to complete the job, we finally had to call the Sheriffs office to get him to leave because was screaming & yelling & acting completely unprofessional. This guy has the gift of gab and he will talk you in circles. After having the Sheriffs called & telling him he was no longer allowed on our property, we had to hire another company to correct & finish the disaster he created. They were able to clear 18 acres in 2 weeks & John couldn't properly clear 3 acres in 3 months."

Monica K on December 2025


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Lily Rose

5.00(
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Lily Rose

5.00(
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Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He did an awesome job"

Belinda H on October 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He did an awesome job"

Belinda H on October 2025


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Alabama Brush Cutting, LLC

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Alabama Brush Cutting, LLC

4.88(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We do brush cutting for all types of company's and home owners. You name it we can do it. Please let me know how we can assist you.

"Price was reasonable. Kip met all my expections. He did a quality job and was very nice and easy to work with."

Joyce S on February 2022

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We do brush cutting for all types of company's and home owners. You name it we can do it. Please let me know how we can assist you.

"Price was reasonable. Kip met all my expections. He did a quality job and was very nice and easy to work with."

Joyce S on February 2022


A general excavation company that has been in business for 30+ years, offering residential and commercial septic and excavation to Sand Mountain and surrounding area.


Cabrera Professional Tree Services

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Cabrera Professional Tree Services

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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


"The lack of integrity and quality of work was not what I expected from a company that has been around for so long. Work ethic and quality of work has greatly diminished over the years. We paid over $21,000 for electrical on a remodel and instead of replacing 40+ year old wiring, they just spliced parts of new wire to the old wire AND left most of the wiring hanging down on the ground. They also had cut the wire in several places and did not fix it until we called them. I would not recommend them or the contractors that use them (Pressnell Enterprises)"

Cecilia L on April 2024

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED. 25 EMPLOYEES.

"The lack of integrity and quality of work was not what I expected from a company that has been around for so long. Work ethic and quality of work has greatly diminished over the years. We paid over $21,000 for electrical on a remodel and instead of replacing 40+ year old wiring, they just spliced parts of new wire to the old wire AND left most of the wiring hanging down on the ground. They also had cut the wire in several places and did not fix it until we called them. I would not recommend them or the contractors that use them (Pressnell Enterprises)"

Cecilia L on April 2024


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G.I. Joe Gear

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G.I. Joe Gear

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience

We specialize in fencing installs, services, and repairs-- for all types of fencing. We also Bush Hogging and junk removal. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Fantastic! My gate has never worked better! Joe was awesome! He explained everything in detail, providing a great estimate and showed up when he said he would and showed me the finished work. He even went above and beyond the scope of work! Couldn't be happier and would definitely recommend! ☺️"

Jay L on October 2024

We specialize in fencing installs, services, and repairs-- for all types of fencing. We also Bush Hogging and junk removal. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Fantastic! My gate has never worked better! Joe was awesome! He explained everything in detail, providing a great estimate and showed up when he said he would and showed me the finished work. He even went above and beyond the scope of work! Couldn't be happier and would definitely recommend! ☺️"

Jay L on October 2024


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Clearwater Pools & Construction

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Clearwater Pools & Construction

4.85(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Clearwater Pools is owned by Ricky and Leigh Beshears. After working for 20 years for a major pool contractor, Ricky started Clearwater Pools in 1998. Clearwater specializes in building in-ground vinyl liner pools of exceptional quality at affordable prices. All of our pool kits can be customized to fit any need. Additional contact - Leigh Beshears.

Clearwater Pools is owned by Ricky and Leigh Beshears. After working for 20 years for a major pool contractor, Ricky started Clearwater Pools in 1998. Clearwater specializes in building in-ground vinyl liner pools of exceptional quality at affordable prices. All of our pool kits can be customized to fit any need. Additional contact - Leigh Beshears.


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Live Oak Landscape Services LLC

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Live Oak Landscape Services LLC

4.54(
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Customers say: Super punctual
17 years of experience

At Live Oak Landscape Services, we know how to balance the various needs of your property to deliver exceptional results. Whether you’re interested in basic weekly maintenance or a complete landscape renovation, you’ll discover that we execute each and every task neatly, efficiently, and with a minimum of disruption to you, your family or your property. Full Service Landscape Service Provider focused on Design / Build Installation, Hardscape, Turfgrass Maintenance and Irrigation Installation and Service. With 12 to 19 employees depending on the season and 5 service vehicles, we can meet the demands of critical project scheduling and timely completion.

At Live Oak Landscape Services, we know how to balance the various needs of your property to deliver exceptional results. Whether you’re interested in basic weekly maintenance or a complete landscape renovation, you’ll discover that we execute each and every task neatly, efficiently, and with a minimum of disruption to you, your family or your property. Full Service Landscape Service Provider focused on Design / Build Installation, Hardscape, Turfgrass Maintenance and Irrigation Installation and Service. With 12 to 19 employees depending on the season and 5 service vehicles, we can meet the demands of critical project scheduling and timely completion.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

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