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Avatar for Cornerstone Construction Builders, LLC
Cornerstone Construction Builders, LLC
4.5(
45
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Fairhope, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cornerstone Construction Builders is the company you’ve been searching for. I hired them to mulch some acreage. Ronnie and his team are hard working, courteous, and aspire to make sure the customer is satisfied. Communication about the status of the project is also great."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southern Outdoor Solutions Landscaping LLC
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Fairhope, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing Experience with SOS Landscaping! I couldn't be happier with the work SOS Landscaping did on my property. From the initial consultation to the final touches, their team was professional, punctual, and incredibly skilled. They transformed my yard into a beautiful, functional space that exceeded my expectations. The attention to detail, communication, and overall quality of work was top-notch. I highly recommend SOS Landscaping to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality landscaping services!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Wildgray Landworks, LLC
Wildgray Landworks, LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Fairhope, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"WildGray went above and beyond with removing my old sod and laying down new sod, yard was eroded from Sally and we put the pressure on them to get it done. Looks so good and we are really happy. All the neighbors coming by to take a look. Would recommend to anybody. Very down to earth and professional."
Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bell Home Solutions
Bell Home Solutions
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Fairhope, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I requested Robert look at what i wanted - steps on either side of my back deck to go down my sloped yard. Next thing I know we are at the Big Box store getting the needed materials…. He’s a git-R-done kind of guy. Next thing I know my problem area is more accessable. Granted, mine was a very small project, but he stayed on the project until it was a done deal. I recommend you give him an opportunity to help you on your next project."
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Response time4 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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