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Outlaw lawn care
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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"Outlaw Lawn Care did a great job refreshing my pine straw. It was a big job on a very steep hill. He kept appointments and delivered what was promised. I’d whole heartedly recommend Outlaw Lawn Care!"
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Talton Contracting
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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I’m Josh, owner of Groundline Contracting. With hands-on experience in excavation and site supervision, I provide land clearing, grading, pond building, and underground utility work. I take pride in honest communication, hard work, and treating your property with the same care I would my own. Every job is an opportunity to earn your trust and help bring your plans to life.

EAST ATLANTA JUNK REMOVAL
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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East Atlanta Junk Removal provides fast, reliable, and professional junk removal services throughout Atlanta and surrounding areas. We handle everything from single-item pickups to complete property cleanouts, including furniture, appliances, household junk, garage and basement cleanouts, yard debris, construction debris, move-out cleanouts, and commercial jobs.\n\nOur goal is simple: show up on time, work efficiently, respect your property, and leave your space clean and clutter-free. No job is too big or too small. Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, landlord, realtor, contractor, or business owner, we’re ready to help.\n\nContact East Atlanta Junk Removal for dependable service, fair pricing, and FREE estimates. Same-day and next-day service may be available.

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

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