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*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Athens, AL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

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C&M Excavating, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I was very impressed with their work. They demolished my old house quickly and buried it completely. The lot looks great."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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C & L Bulldozing
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Terry was awesome to work with. He went above and beyond on our projects. He has done several projects for us including clearing trees, building a driveway, and putting in a pad for our home build."
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Key Land Solutions
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Logistics nightmare that was 100% my fault. KLS was patient and made sure my job got done no matter how difficult. Quality of service was 5/5 and customer service working with me to get the job done 12/10. Highly recommend."
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Excel Lawn Care
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

"They did a great job. I have been using Jasper and his team for several years, and they are vey reliable and do very good work. Jasper is always engaged and inspects the work to make sure everything is in order. Highly recommend."
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White Shovel Inc
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"I purchased this landscape design package through Groupon. They came to my house three times: the first was to get an idea of what I wanted and to take photos of and measure the areas. They showed me the images during the second visit and asked if they needed to be changed. I received a quote for the work during the third visit, as well as digital images. They did not pressure me into purchasing landscape services and were very good about telling me which services should be performed by other companies because it would be less expensive to do so. 

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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Delone Enterprise L.L.C.
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"Did great work can?t believe they got it finished so quickly and highly recommended the upgraded concrete 4k psi for my drive way and no cracks"
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HUGHES CONSTRUCTION
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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Emergency services offered

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair to meet your plumbing needs. We specialize in mechanical piping and a variety of residential and commercial services. We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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