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"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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Masterpiece Builders

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Masterpiece Builders

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3 years of experience

*Bypass the hassle! Call (256) 559-2825 to talk directly to a real person! *Want a job that lasts - a masterpiece? We build the quality most don't have time for. Looking for a pro you can trust - as well as their knowledge? We do it right the first time - saving you money and problems. Affordable... yet committed to leaving you impressed! *Your choice of financing available

"Did a horrible job. David uses low quality wood, screws are missing and unevenly placed, boards are warping badly after 2 months, uses wrong gate hinges and stained wood way too early (1 coat) causing fading and sticky sap. I HIGHLY don?t recommend this dude!!!!"

Tara s on July 2025

*Bypass the hassle! Call (256) 559-2825 to talk directly to a real person! *Want a job that lasts - a masterpiece? We build the quality most don't have time for. Looking for a pro you can trust - as well as their knowledge? We do it right the first time - saving you money and problems. Affordable... yet committed to leaving you impressed! *Your choice of financing available

"Did a horrible job. David uses low quality wood, screws are missing and unevenly placed, boards are warping badly after 2 months, uses wrong gate hinges and stained wood way too early (1 coat) causing fading and sticky sap. I HIGHLY don?t recommend this dude!!!!"

Tara s on July 2025


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Lily Rose

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Lily Rose

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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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C & L Bulldozing

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C & L Bulldozing

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Super Service Award
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We specialize in land clearing, fence row clearing, site prep, cleaning and digging ponds, building pads, all types of dirt work. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"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."

Kelly S on February 2025

We specialize in land clearing, fence row clearing, site prep, cleaning and digging ponds, building pads, all types of dirt work. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"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."

Kelly S on February 2025


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C&M Excavating, LLC

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C&M Excavating, LLC

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Customers say: Terrific value
5 years of experience

C & M Excavating, LLC. Provides an outstanding service. Our dedication to going the extra mile for you helps your property look amazing. Let a pro help you maintain your land and it will save you time so that you can spend more time with family and friends. Don't settle for less than the best call C&M Excavating, LLC today for your professional consultation.

"I was very impressed with their work. They demolished my old house quickly and buried it completely. The lot looks great."

Elizabeth M on February 2023

C & M Excavating, LLC. Provides an outstanding service. Our dedication to going the extra mile for you helps your property look amazing. Let a pro help you maintain your land and it will save you time so that you can spend more time with family and friends. Don't settle for less than the best call C&M Excavating, LLC today for your professional consultation.

"I was very impressed with their work. They demolished my old house quickly and buried it completely. The lot looks great."

Elizabeth M on February 2023


McGregor's Land Services and Forestry Mulching, LLC

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McGregor's Land Services and Forestry Mulching, LLC

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29 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

McGregor's Land Services & Forestry Mulching LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Job was completed fully and efficiently!"

Nick H on August 2025

McGregor's Land Services & Forestry Mulching LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Job was completed fully and efficiently!"

Nick H on August 2025



Cabrera Professional Tree Services

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Cabrera Professional Tree Services

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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

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"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

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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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Trenching is not the same as boring. Boring uses a drill to make a tunnel for underground utilities, but trenching involves digging with an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. Boring is more precise and expensive, and it’s best for installing utilities underneath buildings, roads, and bodies of water. Trenching is simpler but can cause more disruption to landscaping and ecosystems.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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