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Avatar for C & L Bulldozing
C & L Bulldozing
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Serving Gurley, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Customers say: True professional

"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."
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Key Land Solutions
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Serving Gurley, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with Key Land Solutions and the work they did. They removed an old freezer from my garage in a timely manner and the guys were very kind and respectful. I will definitely use that business again."
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Bosack 67 Dirt & Gravel
4.9(
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Serving Gurley, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Have used Bosack dirt and gravel twice. Had dirt graded in backyard for one job and some gravel delivered for another project. Jarvis provided quotes, kept in communication, was dependable and very professional. Highly recommend"
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Excel Lawn Care
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Serving Gurley, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"It was excellent. They were very thorough. The most impressive thing is that the owner, Jasper is on site to make sure the job is done right."
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White Shovel Inc
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Serving Gurley, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Warranties offered

"I purchased this landscape design package through Groupon. They came to my house three times: the first was to get an idea of what I wanted and to take photos of and measure the areas. They showed me the images during the second visit and asked if they needed to be changed. I received a quote for the work during the third visit, as well as digital images. They did not pressure me into purchasing landscape services and were very good about telling me which services should be performed by other companies because it would be less expensive to do so. 

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Huntsville Tree Pros LLC
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Serving Gurley, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We needed a few trees cut and removed. Huntsville Tree Pros gave us a free estimate and had the best price. They showed up on time and had the work completed in the timeline we discussed. We highly recommend and will be using them again soon!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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