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Masterpiece Builders

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Masterpiece Builders

4.71(
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Customers say: Quick response
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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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

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C&M Excavating, LLC

4.13(
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C&M Excavating, LLC

4.13(
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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

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C & K Dirt Works

5.00(
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C & K Dirt Works

5.00(
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66 local quotes requested
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

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C & L Bulldozing

5.00(
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C & L Bulldozing

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 local quotes requested

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&T excavation services

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C&T excavation services

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1 years of experience

We specialize in making sure our customers get the best work and services needed to ensure we get as many customers as possible

We specialize in making sure our customers get the best work and services needed to ensure we get as many customers as possible

Timothy Hoover

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Timothy Hoover

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7 years of experience

Specializing in the clearing of raw land. Our services also include structure demolition, land drainage solutions, tree cutting, brush cutting and gravel driveway installation (land access). We do not offer Landscaping services (eg. Sod, Retaining Walls, lawncare)

Specializing in the clearing of raw land. Our services also include structure demolition, land drainage solutions, tree cutting, brush cutting and gravel driveway installation (land access). We do not offer Landscaping services (eg. Sod, Retaining Walls, lawncare)

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R&M Building and Remodeling

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R&M Building and Remodeling

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8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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