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Avatar for Cahaba Services, LLC

Cahaba Services, LLC

4.90(
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Cahaba Services, LLC

4.90(
170
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

With over 15 years experience the Tree Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"the job was performed just as I asked."

Floyd H on June 2024

With over 15 years experience the Tree Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"the job was performed just as I asked."

Floyd H on June 2024


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Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC

4.82(
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Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC

4.82(
234
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC, was founded in 2006. We have over 14 years of experience in both residential and commercial tree services. We offer a full line of tree services with a specialization in dangerous tree removal. There is no job too big or too small. All of our work is guaranteed. We also offer free estimates. Give us a call today!

"A couple of weeks ago Cornerstone removed several trees and trimmed several more. Dave and his crew were fantastic. They have outstanding equipment and are very organized in their work. The most impressive part of the job was how they cleaned up everything. They were the only ones who responded to my call. Their was very fair. I would highly recommend Cornerstone for your needs. Leo Poyss Medford "

Leo P on June 2025

Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC, was founded in 2006. We have over 14 years of experience in both residential and commercial tree services. We offer a full line of tree services with a specialization in dangerous tree removal. There is no job too big or too small. All of our work is guaranteed. We also offer free estimates. Give us a call today!

"A couple of weeks ago Cornerstone removed several trees and trimmed several more. Dave and his crew were fantastic. They have outstanding equipment and are very organized in their work. The most impressive part of the job was how they cleaned up everything. They were the only ones who responded to my call. Their was very fair. I would highly recommend Cornerstone for your needs. Leo Poyss Medford "

Leo P on June 2025


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Cahaba Land Services

5.00(
12
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Cahaba Land Services

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"Shannon is a life saver. The company is very professional, reliable and cost effective. They showed up when I needed them and knocked out a huge project for my company at one of our sites. I highly recommend this company to all property management companies who have capex projects now and in the future."

Stacy B on September 2025

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"Shannon is a life saver. The company is very professional, reliable and cost effective. They showed up when I needed them and knocked out a huge project for my company at one of our sites. I highly recommend this company to all property management companies who have capex projects now and in the future."

Stacy B on September 2025


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Jon's Tree Service, LLC

4.44(
43
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Jon's Tree Service, LLC

4.44(
43
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

At Jon's Tree Service, we make your safety our top priority. Throughout our experience, we have heard of or seen far too many injuries from falling branches. These types of incidents can easily be prevented with frequent pruning and trimming. You can rest assured that our professional staff is highly-trained and skilled in the field of tree trimming, pruning, and fertilization. It takes a true expert to know how to properly care for trees. We can determine the services you need based on what type of tree you have and the specific seasons or year-round treatment it needs.

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Rusty H on November 2021

At Jon's Tree Service, we make your safety our top priority. Throughout our experience, we have heard of or seen far too many injuries from falling branches. These types of incidents can easily be prevented with frequent pruning and trimming. You can rest assured that our professional staff is highly-trained and skilled in the field of tree trimming, pruning, and fertilization. It takes a true expert to know how to properly care for trees. We can determine the services you need based on what type of tree you have and the specific seasons or year-round treatment it needs.

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Rusty H on November 2021


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Outdoor Construction Services, LLC

4.86(
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Outdoor Construction Services, LLC

4.86(
42
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

Established in 2014, Outdoor Construction Services, is a locally owned and operated company serving the Birmingham area with quality construction. If you need concrete work, excavating, plumbing, drainage systems or a retaining wall we are your top quality choice. Give us a call today; we are happy to provide an estimate and look forward to earning your business on this project and the next!

"Very thorough and knowledgeable contractor. Was a difficult job, involving clearing rock. Went the extra mile. Would use again."

Randy A on December 2019

Established in 2014, Outdoor Construction Services, is a locally owned and operated company serving the Birmingham area with quality construction. If you need concrete work, excavating, plumbing, drainage systems or a retaining wall we are your top quality choice. Give us a call today; we are happy to provide an estimate and look forward to earning your business on this project and the next!

"Very thorough and knowledgeable contractor. Was a difficult job, involving clearing rock. Went the extra mile. Would use again."

Randy A on December 2019


"dry wall"

malik t on March 2023

What ever you are looking for to customize your interior or exterior look do not hesitate to call this small family owned and operated business! Thanks and God bless!

"dry wall"

malik t on March 2023


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Landscape Additions of Central Alabama, LLC

5.00(
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Landscape Additions of Central Alabama, LLC

5.00(
5
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9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Landscape Additions, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Did a great job, timely and very helpful. Would definitely hire them again!!"

Jon S on November 2025

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Landscape Additions, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Did a great job, timely and very helpful. Would definitely hire them again!!"

Jon S on November 2025


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Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett

5.00(
4
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Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Please call us today for all of your land management needs.

"Awesome experience. Super professional and easy to work with and quick to respond. He cleaned out the back yard of 30 years worth of debris. He ensured the yard was cleaned up as well. Reasonably priced and well worth the money. I would recommend to anyone who needed his service."

Otto B on September 2024

Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Please call us today for all of your land management needs.

"Awesome experience. Super professional and easy to work with and quick to respond. He cleaned out the back yard of 30 years worth of debris. He ensured the yard was cleaned up as well. Reasonably priced and well worth the money. I would recommend to anyone who needed his service."

Otto B on September 2024


H&M Contracting

5.00(
3
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H&M Contracting

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Prompt, respectful, and stayed on task."

Queen a on October 2021

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Prompt, respectful, and stayed on task."

Queen a on October 2021


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B&H Land Clearing and Tree Services

5.00(
2
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B&H Land Clearing and Tree Services

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Guys did a great job!"

Nick M on December 2025

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Guys did a great job!"

Nick M on December 2025

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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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

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