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Avatar for The Kings Of Mold LLC
The Kings Of Mold LLC
4.8(
62
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"These gentleman were professional and very responsive to my needs. I plan to call them on July 13th for a quote to stain the deck they repaired."
Crawlspace Repairs
Drywall & Framing
Deck Renovations
Mold Inspections
Drainage Systems

+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gordon's Southern Land Management
4.4(
19
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired the company in order to have 5 acres cleared and graded. I trusted it because few years ago I hired them for a mulching , demolition and excavation projects. The work is always performed flawlessly, they start and complete the work without interruption. That is a very important factor for us. The initial estimate I was given was what the total price at the closing of the project. This is what I respect greatly. Hire them with confidence."
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga

+10

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tri-P Services
5.0(
17
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ben trimmed plants , Remove debris . Removed weeds, applied fertilizer. Other jobs I needed help with. He was always on time, worked quickly, and always happy and fun. I recommend him to several friends in Del Webb who really liked the work he did for them. Any business would be fortunate to have him."
Landscaping
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R.E.W. Landscaping Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish,Richie Wood was the backbone of a superior company. He listened well and with a keen eye determined the solution to our problem. For a week,he researched what was available and at the best cost. I really appreciated his awareness of price to the customer. His work team also reflected quality in every way. I canâ t say enough good things about Richie, his son and the other hard workers of this company. We are so pleased and grateful as well."
Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Florence Land Clearing and Mulching
4.4(
7
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Very professional and did an amazing job. Eddie was very responsive and came out and provided a very reasonable quote. Eddie and his team were very communicative, punctual and made the extra efforts to support any future drainage issues. Our pool came up level and we look forward to a fun summer in a level pool!"
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+11

Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Elite Land Solutions
5.0(
5
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was real pleased with the customer service he displayed. And the work he did was superb, I would hire him again if I had any more work to do. He was great an d did great work at a reasonable rate."
Overgrown Brush
Beautiful cleared backyard
Before and after trails
Curb Appeal
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gaines Stump Grinding Services, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great job, knocked out 4 stumps in about an hour for 60% of the price another company tried to charge me for just 3. Did an extra small stump for me just because he had time, at no extra charge! This guy will do right by you. I'll be telling everyone I know that he the go to guy for stump grinding in this area."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, 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.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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