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Avatar for Cahaba Services, LLC
Cahaba Services, LLC
4.9(
178
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Stump needing removal was the remnants of a tree which had been cut in order to replace septic tank field lines. This particular tree was over 40 years in age and its trunk and route system were grown and gnarled and tangled through not soil but stone primarily. There was a matte of surface roots covering the lower part of the driveway and across the top of this very steep and dangerous location. When Shannon pulled in with his trailer holding a piece of equipment I have never seen the likes of before that day. That piece of equipment was designed to grind a stump in the way a caterpillar moves. The equipment is from all appearances fastidiously maintained and to get to the start it had to make its way across a wide open trench which we covered in three-quarter inch plywood sheets in order to keep the equipment safe. This was the only route to get to the stump which sat on the crest of a steep, well very steep hill. It was amazing to see how adept Shannon is in managing that complex a piece of equipment he was using for this job. I had had two other attempts made to remove the stump and I figured when I saw that Swiss engineered Caterpillar looking thing that this was the piece of equipment and the right man to do the job. It was a dangerous and difficult job and I cannot think Shannon enough for his skills, kindness and consideration, his respect for my property, removing all of the debris so that the septic tank team could come back in the next day to resume their work, and for just being a great guy. Thanks to Shannon I had running water and septic tank service within a couple of days again. Shannon, well done."
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Alabaster 3

+26

Response time2 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
271
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Cornerstone Tree Service cut down 4 trees. Two of these 4 trees were huge 160 foot tall pine trees close to my house but only a few feet from our high voltage power lines. I had trouble trying to find a service that would cut these trees down and worried about workmen’s safety in doing so. But Kerry Miller gave me a reasonable price for cutting these trees & convinced me that he has the equipment to not only do it safely but also quickly. Crew showed up ahead of schedule and had all 4 of these trees cut down in sections, loaded into a grapple truck, and hauled off leaving my yard in perfect condition and clean of debris. Hundreds of daffodils were in the area where these trees were cut down and none of them were disturbed. The robotic crane with its own chainsaw was amazing to watch. It would grab the truck of these pine trees and then while holding the tree cut the truck just below where it was being held and then lowing the cut section safely to the ground. Don Smaha"
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Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Services
Cornerstone Tree Services

+5

Response time2 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Wilson Excavation
5.0(
10
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and polite, he explained his whole process and eliminated any confusion. I had a partial demo done and he made the area look better than I hoped. Very thorough, detail oriented, and not afraid to go the extra mile!"
excavator
trench
earth moving
drainage
leveling

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brian's Tree & Stump Removal
4.8(
15
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very friendly people.got on the job and didn't stop until the job was completed. My only concern is my yard was left with deep pot holes and cradles. It will cost me extra now to fill those holes."
Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Outdoor Construction Services, LLC
4.0(
69
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I first hired Outdoor Construction Services to install a 70ft x 12ft driveway at my home. I was extremely impressed by the professionalism of this company. They were on time everyday, courteous to our needs at home while they worked, and delivered exactly what they promised. I have since hired them for other excavation/driveway jobs and they continue to deliver each and every time. I highly recommend this company for your needs. You can rely on their expertise and their work. I will continue to use them in the future."
New Geo Stone Retaining Wall
Hillside
Crosstie Wall that was falling
Crosstie wall that was falling
Installing the footing for the new retaining wall

+56

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pender's Landscaping & Irrigation
4.8(
36
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Arrived on time and quickly diagnosed the problem. Completed the repairs same day. Thought it was pricey then checked with a neighbor and they paid the same amount for a similar repair with someone else. Overall very satisfied."
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall - BEFORE
Patio

+7

Response time2 days
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

To determine whether your homeowners' insurance will cover crawl space repair, consider the cause of the issue. Repair may be covered if the problems were caused by an event that the insurance covers, such as vandalism or a windstorm. However, companies won't cover the repair if the issues are caused by neglect or wear and tear.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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