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"Contacted on a Sunday 30 mins after posting my issue. arrived Monday to assess the water leak"

Bill W on October 2025

We specialize in all your residential plumbing needs. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Contacted on a Sunday 30 mins after posting my issue. arrived Monday to assess the water leak"

Bill W on October 2025


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Midland Siteworks

241 Old Gray Rock Rd.
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Midland Siteworks

241 Old Gray Rock Rd.
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10 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Midland Siteworks has 20+ years of grading and excavation experience. We offer a wide range of site work to include demolition, minor and major sitework, building site clearing, pond construction, firebreaks, culverts, and drainage solutions.

Midland Siteworks has 20+ years of grading and excavation experience. We offer a wide range of site work to include demolition, minor and major sitework, building site clearing, pond construction, firebreaks, culverts, and drainage solutions.


Cash Construction Inc

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Cash Construction Inc

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33 years of experience

We are a long time local contractor with tons of experience and reputable references. We'd love to talk about your goals and how we can assist you with demolition, site work, excavation, land clearing, driveways, pool fill-ins, pond digging, curbing, sidewalks, asphalt, gravel, dirt, hauling, bushhogging, and anything else we may can help you with.

We are a long time local contractor with tons of experience and reputable references. We'd love to talk about your goals and how we can assist you with demolition, site work, excavation, land clearing, driveways, pool fill-ins, pond digging, curbing, sidewalks, asphalt, gravel, dirt, hauling, bushhogging, and anything else we may can help you with.



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R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road
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R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road
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8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!



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Ole Reliable Land Services LLC

3083 Lee Road 86 Lot 1A
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Ole Reliable Land Services LLC

3083 Lee Road 86 Lot 1A
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our company offers water drain installation including: French drains, culverts, stone drains and much more. We install underground storm shelters and offer excavation services such as: gravel roads, gravel parking pads, land clearing, brush clearing, and much more!

"The project went great! He acquired the materials needed did not mark them up and was very punctual about getting the job done! He did his best to be accommodating of my busy schedule and was willing to meet me early to make sure we both understood the job at hand. Upon completion, he was very fair and firm with the prices quoted and the money paid and to me as a business owner that means a lot!"

Seth T on May 2024

Our company offers water drain installation including: French drains, culverts, stone drains and much more. We install underground storm shelters and offer excavation services such as: gravel roads, gravel parking pads, land clearing, brush clearing, and much more!

"The project went great! He acquired the materials needed did not mark them up and was very punctual about getting the job done! He did his best to be accommodating of my busy schedule and was willing to meet me early to make sure we both understood the job at hand. Upon completion, he was very fair and firm with the prices quoted and the money paid and to me as a business owner that means a lot!"

Seth T on May 2024


C Dubb's Land Clearing

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C Dubb's Land Clearing

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At C Dubb's Land Clearing, we understand the importance of transforming raw land into a canvas that suits your vision. We are thrilled to introduce our comprehensive range of services, specializing in forestry mulching, land clearing, site preparation, excavation, and dirt work. Thank you for considering C Dubb's Land Clearing for your land transformation needs. We look forward to partnering with you and bringing your customer's vision to life. Best regards, C Dubb's Land Clearing Jack Farrell

At C Dubb's Land Clearing, we understand the importance of transforming raw land into a canvas that suits your vision. We are thrilled to introduce our comprehensive range of services, specializing in forestry mulching, land clearing, site preparation, excavation, and dirt work. Thank you for considering C Dubb's Land Clearing for your land transformation needs. We look forward to partnering with you and bringing your customer's vision to life. Best regards, C Dubb's Land Clearing Jack Farrell


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C&D Imperial

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C&D Imperial

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3 years of experience

C&D Imperial is an independent contractor composed of two hardworking men who have a passion for working outdoors operating heavy machinery such as bull dozers, tractors, excavators, and skid steers. We have completed numerous projects, gaining a reputation for delivering quality results on time and within budget. We utilize advanced land-clearing equipment and machinery to ensure efficient and effective operations. Our investment in cutting-edge technology allows us to tackle projects of varying scales and complexities. We specialize in land clearing, bush hogging, and hauling for residential and commercial clients. Growing up on the farm in Greenville, AL we have been afforded the experience to learn the ends and outs of such a rewarding, lucrative business field. With over 6+ years of experience in this field, we can confidently say no job is to big or to small we take pride in providing 100% satisfaction to our clients.

C&D Imperial is an independent contractor composed of two hardworking men who have a passion for working outdoors operating heavy machinery such as bull dozers, tractors, excavators, and skid steers. We have completed numerous projects, gaining a reputation for delivering quality results on time and within budget. We utilize advanced land-clearing equipment and machinery to ensure efficient and effective operations. Our investment in cutting-edge technology allows us to tackle projects of varying scales and complexities. We specialize in land clearing, bush hogging, and hauling for residential and commercial clients. Growing up on the farm in Greenville, AL we have been afforded the experience to learn the ends and outs of such a rewarding, lucrative business field. With over 6+ years of experience in this field, we can confidently say no job is to big or to small we take pride in providing 100% satisfaction to our clients.


Carpenter Construction LLC

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Carpenter Construction LLC

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We specialize in landscaping and lawn maintenance. Building decks, privacy fences, pour slabs and sidewalks. We are willing to go the extra mile to make sure customers are satisfied. We will be grateful for your business.

We specialize in landscaping and lawn maintenance. Building decks, privacy fences, pour slabs and sidewalks. We are willing to go the extra mile to make sure customers are satisfied. We will be grateful for your business.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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.

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