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ProEarth

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ProEarth

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

ProEarth is a locally owned and operated company that provides high-quality excavation and land clearing services for residential and commercial clients in Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas. Whether you need to demolish a building, grade a site, clear a lot, or install a drainage system, we have the experience, equipment, and expertise to handle any project. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, and we offer competitive pricing and estimates. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with your next excavation or land clearing project.

"Above and beyond expectations"

Stephen B on December 2023

ProEarth is a locally owned and operated company that provides high-quality excavation and land clearing services for residential and commercial clients in Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas. Whether you need to demolish a building, grade a site, clear a lot, or install a drainage system, we have the experience, equipment, and expertise to handle any project. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, and we offer competitive pricing and estimates. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with your next excavation or land clearing project.

"Above and beyond expectations"

Stephen B on December 2023


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Southern Dirt LLC.

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Southern Dirt LLC.

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

Southern Dirt LLC is a trusted and dedicated land development and landscape services provider, specializing in creating, transforming, and maintaining outdoor spaces across central Alabama. As experts in land clearing, excavation, grading, landscaping, and drainage solutions, Southern Dirt LLC caters to a diverse range of clients, from homeowners and developers to commercial property owners. Our skilled professionals utilize cutting-edge equipment and ensure each project is completed efficiently, safely, and with lasting results. Our clients value our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, making Southern Dirt LLC a preferred partner in land development.

"Great hard working men"

Phil H on November 2024

Southern Dirt LLC is a trusted and dedicated land development and landscape services provider, specializing in creating, transforming, and maintaining outdoor spaces across central Alabama. As experts in land clearing, excavation, grading, landscaping, and drainage solutions, Southern Dirt LLC caters to a diverse range of clients, from homeowners and developers to commercial property owners. Our skilled professionals utilize cutting-edge equipment and ensure each project is completed efficiently, safely, and with lasting results. Our clients value our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, making Southern Dirt LLC a preferred partner in land development.

"Great hard working men"

Phil H on November 2024


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W&C Sullivan Properties

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W&C Sullivan Properties

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
156 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They did a great job on the yard!"

Susan G on October 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They did a great job on the yard!"

Susan G on October 2025


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Elite Drain Cleaning & Septic Services

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Elite Drain Cleaning & Septic Services

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

For honest Work You Can’t Beat, Call Elite! Septic issues can be expensive and frustrating, which is why you need a team who knows what they are doing! We specialize in all drain and septic needs. We will quickly diagnose and solve all septic tank, drain, and field line issues! From unclogging pipes, to replacing entire septic and leach systems, we assure you your house will be back up and running in no time at a great price! Financing available!

"Honest company! They will assess your problem and not over charge! A kind man came out and showed us what needed to be done. He fixed it at a reasonable cost!"

Heather D on April 2023

For honest Work You Can’t Beat, Call Elite! Septic issues can be expensive and frustrating, which is why you need a team who knows what they are doing! We specialize in all drain and septic needs. We will quickly diagnose and solve all septic tank, drain, and field line issues! From unclogging pipes, to replacing entire septic and leach systems, we assure you your house will be back up and running in no time at a great price! Financing available!

"Honest company! They will assess your problem and not over charge! A kind man came out and showed us what needed to be done. He fixed it at a reasonable cost!"

Heather D on April 2023


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Cahaba Land Services

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Cahaba Land Services

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"Shannon is a life saver. The company is very professional, reliable and cost effective. They showed up when I needed them and knocked out a huge project for my company at one of our sites. I highly recommend this company to all property management companies who have capex projects now and in the future."

Stacy B on September 2025

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"Shannon is a life saver. The company is very professional, reliable and cost effective. They showed up when I needed them and knocked out a huge project for my company at one of our sites. I highly recommend this company to all property management companies who have capex projects now and in the future."

Stacy B on September 2025


"dry wall"

Malik T on March 2023

What ever you are looking for to customize your interior or exterior look do not hesitate to call this small family owned and operated business! Thanks and God bless!

"dry wall"

Malik T on March 2023


"Everything went very smooth and was done professionally."

Jonathan B on January 2025

Terra Excavation LLC is an excavating, demolition and land clearing company based in Moundville Alabama serving Tuscaloosa and Hale county. We are licensed bonded and insured.

"Everything went very smooth and was done professionally."

Jonathan B on January 2025


Ben

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Ben

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2 years of experience

Very dependable and we can get the job done a quickly and efficiently as possible you be disappointed with the work we do

Very dependable and we can get the job done a quickly and efficiently as possible you be disappointed with the work we do



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CoreX Land Solutions

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CoreX Land Solutions

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CoreX provides professional land development and excavation services to residential and commercial clients. We take pride in every job, large or small. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your land the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Corex did a great job on my land that needed cleaned up from where it had been logged and I am very pleased with their work. They show up on time and when they tell u something u can be assured it will be done like that"

John S on June 2024

CoreX provides professional land development and excavation services to residential and commercial clients. We take pride in every job, large or small. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your land the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Corex did a great job on my land that needed cleaned up from where it had been logged and I am very pleased with their work. They show up on time and when they tell u something u can be assured it will be done like that"

John S on June 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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.

Trenches are 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the right depth for your trench will depend on the nature of your project. For example, if you’re digging a trench as part of a French drain installation, it should be 18 inches deep. An excavation professional can explain how deep your trench should be.

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