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Masterpiece Builders
4.5(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"He has done a wonderful job and is actually working on another project for us right now. He is very methodical and meticulous. He notifies you of any issues he may come across."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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All American Vidal Contracting LLC
4.4(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Wasn't sure about them at first, it took several days for them to respond, but once we got together, they were on time, responsive to my concerns and got the job done in just a few days...very satisfied with the outcome."
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Key Land Solutions
4.9(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Keyland solutions for my lawn, they sent out a team of professionals which i can say confidently, they were well mannered, quick, and the best lawn care service i?ve ever hired. if you need you?re house done right i completely recommend them."
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Excel Lawn Care
4.6(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

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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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Huntsville Tree Pros LLC
5.0(
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We are extremely satisfied with the tree trimming service. The crew was professional, efficient, and did an outstanding job. They paid attention to detail, cleaned up thoroughly afterward, and made the entire process easy from start to finish. Our trees look great, and we truly appreciate the hard work and care they put into the job. Highly recommend!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

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