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T&T Tree Removal and Land Clearing
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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"I had a great experience with this tree company! Their customer service was excellent from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and made the whole process easy. The crew arrived on time, worked safely and efficiently, and did an amazing job cleaning up afterward. You can tell they truly care about their customers and take pride in their work. I highly recommend them to anyone needing tree service!"
Tree Removal
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Gregory Landscaping
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

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"The owner, Beau Gregory is an honest person and he did a great job clearing the property. He did what he said he would do and more. We are completely satisfied and plan on using Gregory Landscaping again in the future!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lara & Son Lawn care
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

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I’ve been working in landscaping for 5-6 years with my father and he has more than 20 years of experience in landscaping. We are a family owned business and my father has worked for two landscaping companies and those companies are Montgomery landscaping and Golden Landscapes. We've done irrigation and drainage work in multiple locations in alabama, we also do trimming, mulch, and straw. We do work in Montgomery, Wetumpka, Prattville, Millbrook, Alabaster, and any other city in the state of Alabama. We are very well versed in trimming ,irrigation and drainage systems, and laying sod and installing shrubs, trees and flowers. We take pride in our work and we cater to every aspect of what the client asks of us and we always ask for the clients opinion of the project before we finish. I believe we should be hired because of are amazing work ethic and experience we have in doing landscaping and our top priority will be to satisfy all clients with any project they have for us to complete.

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Outlaw lawn care
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

A well-maintained lawn doesn’t happen by accident—it takes time, the right equipment, and attention to detail. Let Outlaw Lawn Care handle the hard work so you can enjoy your yard.\n\nWe offer:\n• Lawn Mowing\n• Edging\n• Weed Eating\n• Blowing\n• Soft Washing\n• Free Estimates\n\nWhether you need weekly, bi-weekly, or one-time service, we’re here to keep your property looking its best.\n\nCall or text 478-231-2940 today to schedule your free estimate.\n\nOutlaw Lawn Care\nReliable. Affordable. Quality You Can See.

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Heath Landscaping LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Heath Landscaping provides professional lawn maintenance and complete landscape installation services in Auburn, Opelika, and nearby areas. From recurring mowing and property upkeep to full landscape renovations, we help homeowners keep their properties clean, functional, and attractive. We offer mowing, trimming, edging, mulch, pine straw, pruning, cleanups, sod, plant installation, and landscape upgrades with a focus on quality, reliability, and attention to detail.\n

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Ballard Mulching and More
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am new the Lee County Alabama - I purchased some property out in this area that was in need of a lot work like tree , brush removal and overall land clearing and seeding. James and his team did a great job in cleaning up my property. Itâ s amazing the before and after! I will use his company again and I would recommend him to anyone in need of any of his many services. Thank you James of Ballard Mulching Service's your the best! Sincerely Bethany H"
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
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Response time3 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

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