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Avatar for Clean Green Lawnscape, Inc.
Clean Green Lawnscape, Inc.
4.5(
86
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chuck was very thorough and the work was done professionally."
Response time50 mins
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Peachtwins Landscapes, LLC
4.4(
331
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did good job but didn't remove the wood for concrete patch"
Wooden Deck Install
Wooden Deck in progress
Paver Stones Patio
2 Tier Retaining wall w/ steps
Block stone retaining wall

+29

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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3D Brush Land Clearning
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a brush clearing done at my home and I can’t say enough how well of a job Jay and his crew did. They worked quick and did an excellent job. There was no mess for me to clean up. Highly recommend!"
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evergreen Oasis, LLC
4.3(
198
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company did an excellent job after a large tree was removed from my front lawn. They brought their crew out early on a Monday morning leveled the ground with topsoil, put sod down, new mulch, stones and flowers where it was requested, and all finished within 4 days. They left it neat and professional looking. I would recommend them."
Lanscaping Project In Decatur
Retaining wall install
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Install
Hardscaping Install

+31

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
258 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Enterprise Landscaping
4.8(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quick communication and follow through. Was on time and ready to work. Took overgrown grass down to inches, while mulching the grass. Bagged and hauled away clippings and blew the trimmings. Yard looks 100% better!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DYG Landscaping, LLC
4.5(
29
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Daniel and his team did an amzing job replacing our worn out lawn with beautiful Zorro Zoysia. From my first phone call requesting an estimate and throughout the entire project, Daniel and his team were clear and concise with their communications and professional with all aspects of the install. We couldn't be happier with the results. No surprises, just 5 STAR service!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Express Homeworks, LLC
4.5(
15
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to address a leakage at the back of my house. They did a ton of work. Digging the foundation out, new drainage pipes, french drain. Water sealer, water deflector on the foundation. Re grading the yard. The end result was fantastic, leak is stopped. They will work with me answer my questions and make sure what I asked is addressed. Communication is great as well. This is a hidden gem type of contractor. I will definitely hire them again for my future yard works."
Concrete Sidewalk Job
Concrete Sidewalk Job
Concrete Sidewalk Job
Concrete Sidewalk Job
Concrete Sidewalk Job

+2

Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Salazar Concrete
4.7(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Salazar replaced two separate retaining walls at my residence, demolishing and removing old/inadequate brick walls and replacing with proper full size blocks and capstones. In addition, they added a small concrete pad adjoining my Ssltillo patio and installed matching tile. Their work is very high quality and exhibits superb craftsmanship and care. I highly recommend them !"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C & C Lawncare
4.3(
55
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience. Chris is super professional and very responsive. He is very knowledgeable about his craft and his prices super reasonable. I am so glad I found this company and look forward to using their services for future lawn care projects. I used them to trim my shrubs and a trees and was so satisfied with the quality of work I received that I will be using them for larger lawn projects as well."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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. 

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