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Avatar for Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
271
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although he arrived later than planned, he did phone ahead of time to let me know that he would be late and gave me an estimated time of arrival. I appreciate that. He was very professional and knowledgeable. He pointed out a tree that is being attacked by beetles and dropping dead limbs, but he also knew that the sycamores were healthy and dropped limbs naturally to self-prune. I need to get 3 estimates before selecting who will do the work, so I do not know yet if we will use Cornerstone. But just from my interaction with Mr. Miller, I would be happy to employ this tree service."
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Services
Cornerstone Tree Services

+5

Response time2 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Citrine Landscape & Construction, LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Came on time to rid yard of leaves. Did a great job! Will have them back."
Shrubs, mulch
Mando, pine straw, mulch
Mando, pine straw, mulch
Weeds, vine
Weeds, vines

+25

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Drain Cleaning & Septic Services
4.6(
14
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great!! They responded very quickly came out the same day !! Had my tank installed the next day ! The cover up looked wonderful couldn't ask for a better Septic Company than Elite Drain and Septic!!"
Header line repair
Septic Tank Project
Header line repair
Septic Tank Project
Header line repair

+24

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%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

"Phil and his guys do an excellent job. They are always looking to make sure everything I need is taken care of. Their plant and sod selections are great."
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall - BEFORE
Patio

+7

Response time2 days
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Jon's Tree Service, LLC
4.5(
44
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Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Jons on a previous job and rehired for a tree removal. They arrived on time, did a great job and cleaned up he yard when complete."
Christina Parker
Angela Bevelle
Saralyn Millwee
Philip Oinos
Morgan Dudley

+24

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.

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