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Avatar for Descher Diversified, LLC
Descher Diversified, LLC
4.6(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What great brothers and absolutely the best at what they do! They cut trees down, cleared under brush, made a steep slope not so steep, planted grass, pulled some bushes up. Graded around a 60x40 concrete pad and leveled it until it was even and then put gravel around the entire pad. We both are loving the way everything looks and turned out! Thank you Zack and Patrick! We will definitely use your company again!"
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading

+6

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Stonebridge Landworks, LLC
5.0(
21
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Did what we went over, on time clean and made great suggestions that worked well with what we hat to work with. Look forward to using agian"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TreeWork
4.8(
41
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shaun from Treework was great. He gave me a reasonable estimate and completed the work within 3 days of start. He took down 2 large trees and trimmed back a large bush on the side of house. They also cleared a large area behind my house that gotten severely overgrown because of neglect on my part. I will definitely use Treework again for and future projects. Thanks"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Avatar for Gordon's Southern Land Management
Gordon's Southern Land Management
4.4(
19
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came out for an estimate quickly after inquiry. Scheduled my job for the next week. Showed up on time and did exactly what he said he would do."
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga
Lexington, Ga

+10

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J & H Construction
4.3(
68
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh and his team completed the projects we needed at our house quickly. In fact, they were completed earlier than anticipated. He was easy to work with and they did a thorough job completing our deck, walkway, and painting our kitchen cabinets. We will definitely hire them again for our next project/s!"
Boathouse
Boathouse
Lake work
Lake work
Log Hand Rails

+6

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Premium Grading and Pipe
4.7(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Reshaped my backyard after having some drainage repaired. 10/10 would recommend to everyone. Respectful and works in a timely fashion. The owner is very considerate and responsible."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Keys Site Development
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had to get a septic system installed for my home. Chris was very professional and made the whole process easy. He gave clear expectations and timelines. I would recommend him to anyone needing a septic installation!"
Septic system
Septic system
Septic system
Septic system
Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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First Choice Tree Specialist LLC
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with First Choice Tree Specialist. They recently did a tree removal on my property, and the entire process was smooth from start to finish. The team was professional, efficient, and clearly experienced at what they do. They showed up on time, completed the job safely and thoroughly, and left the area clean afterward. I was really impressed with their work and would definitely recommend them to anyone in need of tree services. Great service all around!"
Johns creek / Alpharetta
Johns creek / Alpharetta
Johns creek / Alpharetta
Johns creek / Alpharetta
Johns creek / Alpharetta

+6

Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Four Seasons Lawn Care of North Georgia
4.8(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very professional . They did an amazing job it looks so beautiful. I would highly recommend them for your next yard project."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Avatar for Belchers Earth Shaping
Belchers Earth Shaping
4.5(
20
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Cornelia, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Solid work ethic. Honest. Integrity. Good Christian man. Easy to work with. Hope to work with on future projects."
Excavation
Mini excavator landscaping , septic systems
Lake kewee
Lake kewee
Lake kewee

+10

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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.

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.

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