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Avatar for Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
271
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

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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Cahaba Services, LLC
4.9(
178
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stump grinding at a great price . Superb work."
Alabaster 7
Alabaster 6
Alabaster 5
Alabaster 4
Alabaster 3

+26

Response time2 days
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wilson Excavation
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

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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Avatar for Citrine Landscape & Construction, LLC
Citrine Landscape & Construction, LLC
5.0(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

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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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repaired my septic tank - great price and professional work. Highly recommend !!!"
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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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Outdoor Construction Services, LLC
4.0(
69
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

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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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

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
50 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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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mountain Brook, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jon did a great job. I would recommend"
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

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.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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