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Rhino Outdoor Services
5.0(
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was in need of excavation and some grading. Brent at Rhino made contact in a timely manner and was very professional. He explained all possibilities that were involved - including options that would increase or keep price lower. The completed work met and exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend and use Rhino services again"
Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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T&T Tree Removal and Land Clearing
5.0(
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with this tree company! Their customer service was excellent from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and made the whole process easy. The crew arrived on time, worked safely and efficiently, and did an amazing job cleaning up afterward. You can tell they truly care about their customers and take pride in their work. I highly recommend them to anyone needing tree service!"
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Frontier Land Development
New to Angi

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

\nWelcome to my Page, My name is Campbell and I own Frontier Development. We specialize in steel and excavation. The difference between us is in the details. We offer in house CAD design for custom projects when it comes to structural and cosmetic fabrication. On our excavation side we offer full on landscape services as well as clearing and grading large scale pasture.

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Full Landscape
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Full Landscape

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Heath Landscaping LLC
New to Angi

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Heath Landscaping provides professional lawn maintenance and complete landscape installation services in Auburn, Opelika, and nearby areas. From recurring mowing and property upkeep to full landscape renovations, we help homeowners keep their properties clean, functional, and attractive. We offer mowing, trimming, edging, mulch, pine straw, pruning, cleanups, sod, plant installation, and landscape upgrades with a focus on quality, reliability, and attention to detail.\n

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Rent-A-Man
4.7(
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He went over & beyond on the trim by doing more than I asked! He takes pride in his work, and always tries to satisfy his customers. Wayne is a perfectionist and he does an excellent job. Upon completion he asked that we walk around the house with him pointing out anything he may have overlooked. 
We purchased our paint and paid him in full when he finished. He is a very honest man!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
McKnight's Total Landscape, LLC
4.9(
211
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Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. McKnight and crew came through for us BIG TIME! Where we live it’s difficult to find underground irrigation specialists. McKnight crew answered our protect add and the SAME DAY they arrived to scout out the project and give us an estimate. A day later they came and completed the job and even threw in a freebie at no cost. I HIGHLY recommend McKnights and they’ll be our “go to” company for all our landscaping needs."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

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.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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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