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Avatar for Cahaba Services, LLC
Cahaba Services, LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Stump needing removal was the remnants of a tree which had been cut in order to replace septic tank field lines. This particular tree was over 40 years in age and its trunk and route system were grown and gnarled and tangled through not soil but stone primarily. There was a matte of surface roots covering the lower part of the driveway and across the top of this very steep and dangerous location. When Shannon pulled in with his trailer holding a piece of equipment I have never seen the likes of before that day. That piece of equipment was designed to grind a stump in the way a caterpillar moves. The equipment is from all appearances fastidiously maintained and to get to the start it had to make its way across a wide open trench which we covered in three-quarter inch plywood sheets in order to keep the equipment safe. This was the only route to get to the stump which sat on the crest of a steep, well very steep hill. It was amazing to see how adept Shannon is in managing that complex a piece of equipment he was using for this job. I had had two other attempts made to remove the stump and I figured when I saw that Swiss engineered Caterpillar looking thing that this was the piece of equipment and the right man to do the job. It was a dangerous and difficult job and I cannot think Shannon enough for his skills, kindness and consideration, his respect for my property, removing all of the debris so that the septic tank team could come back in the next day to resume their work, and for just being a great guy. Thanks to Shannon I had running water and septic tank service within a couple of days again. Shannon, well done."
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+26

Response time2 days
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Brian's Tree & Stump Removal
Brian's Tree & Stump Removal
4.8(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very friendly people.got on the job and didn't stop until the job was completed. My only concern is my yard was left with deep pot holes and cradles. It will cost me extra now to fill those holes."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Outdoor Construction Services, LLC
Outdoor Construction Services, LLC
4.0(
69
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I first hired Outdoor Construction Services to install a 70ft x 12ft driveway at my home. I was extremely impressed by the professionalism of this company. They were on time everyday, courteous to our needs at home while they worked, and delivered exactly what they promised. I have since hired them for other excavation/driveway jobs and they continue to deliver each and every time. I highly recommend this company for your needs. You can rely on their expertise and their work. I will continue to use them in the future."
New Geo Stone Retaining Wall
Hillside
Crosstie Wall that was falling
Crosstie wall that was falling
Installing the footing for the new retaining wall

+56

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Pender's Landscaping & Irrigation
Pender's Landscaping & Irrigation
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"After consulting with several companies about our backyard drainage, we made the right choice with Pender's. They did a great job making sure we found the best solution to keep the rain water draining away from our home. Communication was excellent which is hard to find. And once the rain halted long enough for them to begin, they stayed on the job to get it done as quickly as possible. They were upfront about pricing so we were prepared and able to make decisions. Overall not a single complaint... thank you!!!"
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall - BEFORE
Patio

+7

Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for JH Lawn Care
JH Lawn Care
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Our lawn hasn’t looked this good in a very long time! The edging was done perfectly, the driveway and walk way were all clean along with the shrubbery trimmed, limbs and trees all pruned and cut! Issac was polite and respectful which you don’t see much in younger folks these days. I highly recommend this company for all your lawn care services!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

When planning an excavating project in Birmingham, account for the rocky terrain near Red Mountain, which requires specialized equipment. Schedule your work during the late summer or fall, as the wet spring season turns local clay into unstable mud. Always verify your property for utility easements and check local tree protection ordinances before breaking ground to avoid unexpected project delays.

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A passed permit inspection is the clearest sign of compliant excavating work in AL. You will also see clean, stable trench walls without any collapsing clay. The finished grade must direct water away from your foundation with a proper slope. Check the area after a heavy rainstorm; a correctly excavated and backfilled site will not have standing water after two days.

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Combining excavating with other upgrades is highly practical in AL. Address drainage improvements, like installing French drains, while the ground is already open. For older homes, add exterior foundation waterproofing to combat moisture issues caused by heavy clay soil. You can also upgrade aging underground utility lines or build retaining walls on sloped lots to minimize repeated digging and property disruption.

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After your excavating project in Birmingham, schedule a final inspection to close out your permit. You must also implement erosion control, like silt fencing and seeding, to handle the heavy local rainfall. Regrade the area properly since red clay drains poorly. Finally, monitor the soil for settlement over the next few rainy seasons, as expansive clay shifts with moisture changes.

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Unexpected challenges during a Birmingham excavating project frequently stem from underground surprises. Hitting solid rock or unmarked utility lines requires extra labor and specialized equipment. You must also plan for strict soil disposal requirements, especially if your property needs environmental testing for contaminants. Additionally, heavy rainstorms force contractors to spend extra time drying and re-compacting saturated clay before work resumes.

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