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Legacy Landworks

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Legacy Landworks

5.00(
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Free onsite estimate

A leading construction company in (LOCATION) focuses on providing optimum quality in various construction services. We take great pride in our work as we have during our () years in business. Thus, you can rest assured, that no matter what construction project we handle, we will be giving nothing but highly professional and expert works. Our galleries—collections of photos from previous construction projects—can attest to the amount of time, thought, and effort that we put into the services we provide. Of course, while we strive to provide the most beautiful designs and outcomes, we understand that price is one of the most important deciding factors for clients. That is why we offer the fairest prices for our best quality works. Call today for your free estimate!

"Hired them to forestry mulch my new property in Alabama. They were very communicative and did a great job. So good in fact I hired them twice, once for each side of my property! Highly recommend their service. "

Clint D on December 2025

A leading construction company in (LOCATION) focuses on providing optimum quality in various construction services. We take great pride in our work as we have during our () years in business. Thus, you can rest assured, that no matter what construction project we handle, we will be giving nothing but highly professional and expert works. Our galleries—collections of photos from previous construction projects—can attest to the amount of time, thought, and effort that we put into the services we provide. Of course, while we strive to provide the most beautiful designs and outcomes, we understand that price is one of the most important deciding factors for clients. That is why we offer the fairest prices for our best quality works. Call today for your free estimate!

"Hired them to forestry mulch my new property in Alabama. They were very communicative and did a great job. So good in fact I hired them twice, once for each side of my property! Highly recommend their service. "

Clint D on December 2025


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BR Excavating

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BR Excavating

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

BR Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Brandon did exactly what he promised and met all my expectations. I was especially pleased with his timing."

Frank H on November 2020

BR Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Brandon did exactly what he promised and met all my expectations. I was especially pleased with his timing."

Frank H on November 2020


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Dobbs & Sons Earthwurx

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Dobbs & Sons Earthwurx

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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Cashapp Accepted We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Had water standing in the front yard and he gave me a couple options on how to fix it great company and great guy to work deal with and reasonably priced "

Paulo R on November 2025

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Cashapp Accepted We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Had water standing in the front yard and he gave me a couple options on how to fix it great company and great guy to work deal with and reasonably priced "

Paulo R on November 2025


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Precision Laser Grading

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Precision Laser Grading

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Our mission at Precision Laser Grading is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Precision Laser Grading stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"Jerry came out and prepared my site for a concrete slab to be poured. He also did the grading around my slab for proper water run off. Jerry is good at what he does and I’m glad I used his services. I would recommend him for grading and leveling to anyone. "

Lee W on October 2025

Our mission at Precision Laser Grading is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Precision Laser Grading stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"Jerry came out and prepared my site for a concrete slab to be poured. He also did the grading around my slab for proper water run off. Jerry is good at what he does and I’m glad I used his services. I would recommend him for grading and leveling to anyone. "

Lee W on October 2025


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Mr. Clean Handyman Service

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Mr. Clean Handyman Service

4.40(
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Customers say: True professional
27 years of experience

We are family owned and operated. I have over 35 years of experience. I am a state licensed home builder, state licensed landscaper, and state licensed ornamental turf pest control. I carry workman's comp insurance and liability insurance. I have five employees. Payments can be made as follows: when job is complete, 30 days net, partial financing, draws, etc. We sometimes have pre-season and post-season promotional specials, repeat customer discounts, and sometimes referral incentives.

We are family owned and operated. I have over 35 years of experience. I am a state licensed home builder, state licensed landscaper, and state licensed ornamental turf pest control. I carry workman's comp insurance and liability insurance. I have five employees. Payments can be made as follows: when job is complete, 30 days net, partial financing, draws, etc. We sometimes have pre-season and post-season promotional specials, repeat customer discounts, and sometimes referral incentives.


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B-Dry Waterproofing and Foundation Repair

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B-Dry Waterproofing and Foundation Repair

4.17(
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Customers say: Quick response
67 years of experience

Since 1958, B-Dry has been committed to making sure your basement or crawlspace is solid and dry. At B-Dry, you have the strength of a large, national organization standing behind the personalized service of your local B-Dry office. In addition, we don't use contractors or sub-contractors for our work. All of our crews are trained professionals and are employees of B-Dry.

"I had an absolutely terrible experience with this company and strongly suggest you stay away from them. I paid thousands of dollars for a French drain to be installed in my backyard and to have my gutters connected to it ? the goal was to keep water away from my foundation. One of their employees almost passed out in my backyard, and I was about to call 911. The manager refused to let him go home, and another worker quit on the spot because he didn?t like how his coworker was being mistreated. The next time they came out, one of the guys asked me what he was supposed to be doing because he had no idea. I had to stand over them and constantly micromanage to prevent more mistakes ? they clearly weren?t prepared or trained for the job. After paying thousands, nothing changed. My issue was never fixed, and I completely wasted my money. Do yourself a favor and stay far away from this company!"

Darrius S on October 2025

Since 1958, B-Dry has been committed to making sure your basement or crawlspace is solid and dry. At B-Dry, you have the strength of a large, national organization standing behind the personalized service of your local B-Dry office. In addition, we don't use contractors or sub-contractors for our work. All of our crews are trained professionals and are employees of B-Dry.

"I had an absolutely terrible experience with this company and strongly suggest you stay away from them. I paid thousands of dollars for a French drain to be installed in my backyard and to have my gutters connected to it ? the goal was to keep water away from my foundation. One of their employees almost passed out in my backyard, and I was about to call 911. The manager refused to let him go home, and another worker quit on the spot because he didn?t like how his coworker was being mistreated. The next time they came out, one of the guys asked me what he was supposed to be doing because he had no idea. I had to stand over them and constantly micromanage to prevent more mistakes ? they clearly weren?t prepared or trained for the job. After paying thousands, nothing changed. My issue was never fixed, and I completely wasted my money. Do yourself a favor and stay far away from this company!"

Darrius S on October 2025


"Perfect. He strives for perfection. Absolutely phenomenal work. Very punctual. Goes above and beyond. Would recommend to anyone."

Austin C on June 2024

With 10+ years of experience working with Metal you can know that every weld will made with a high level of skill and excellence. We are also Insured and Certified so you can have peace of mind.

"Perfect. He strives for perfection. Absolutely phenomenal work. Very punctual. Goes above and beyond. Would recommend to anyone."

Austin C on June 2024


R & J Excavating & Septic Service, LLC

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R & J Excavating & Septic Service, LLC

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

Licensed as a Sub-Contractor in the State of Alabama; as a Advanced Installer I by the Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board. Better Business Bureau accredited with an A rating. Licensed, Insured and Bonded.

Licensed as a Sub-Contractor in the State of Alabama; as a Advanced Installer I by the Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board. Better Business Bureau accredited with an A rating. Licensed, Insured and Bonded.


Spanky's Pumping Service

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Spanky's Pumping Service

4.00(
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Customers say: Quality work

Serving Tuscaloosa And Surrounding Counties. Septic Tanks Certified On Lake Tuscaloosa. Pumping Service, Residential, Commercial And Industrial. We Pump Septic Tanks & Grease Traps. Installation & Repairs. 29 Years Experience. Licensed, Bonded And Insured. VISA, DISCOVER And MASTERCARD Accepted.

Serving Tuscaloosa And Surrounding Counties. Septic Tanks Certified On Lake Tuscaloosa. Pumping Service, Residential, Commercial And Industrial. We Pump Septic Tanks & Grease Traps. Installation & Repairs. 29 Years Experience. Licensed, Bonded And Insured. VISA, DISCOVER And MASTERCARD Accepted.


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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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

The cost to dig a trench ranges from $400 to $1,200 per 100 linear feet, depending on the soil, depth, and width. Plan to spend $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching (it’ll be on the higher end if you have rocky soil). Renting a trencher costs $100 to $250 per hour, depending on the type of trencher. 

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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.

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