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Cali Landscaping
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Jose and his team did an excellent job. I hire Cali Landscaping to plant 17 trees in my backyard to reduce noise from the road. They were very professional, even dug up some existing tree to try and save them. It was raining upon their arrival but that didn’t stop Cali Landscaping they proceeded with the project. Jose is very knowledgeable about design and planting trees and shrubs. Would recommend Cali Landscaping for any landscaping services."
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Southern Roots Services
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Hey my name is Alden Brown, I started my business roughly 4 years ago and it is my passion to help people beautify your property. We are licensed and insured and look forward to working with you. These are some services we provide ,\n-Lawn maintenance \n-Landscape design \n-Hard scapes\n-Brush cutting/mulching \nConcrete work\n-Grading \n\n

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Rogers Hauling And Services
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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We are a small business located in the West Georgia area. We have lot clearing and grading available. All sorts of skid steer services and dump truck services are available. No job is too small or too large. \nCall me personally for more info \nJess Rogers - 770-851-1123

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Lara & Son Lawn care
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

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I’ve been working in landscaping for 5-6 years with my father and he has more than 20 years of experience in landscaping. We are a family owned business and my father has worked for two landscaping companies and those companies are Montgomery landscaping and Golden Landscapes. We've done irrigation and drainage work in multiple locations in alabama, we also do trimming, mulch, and straw. We do work in Montgomery, Wetumpka, Prattville, Millbrook, Alabaster, and any other city in the state of Alabama. We are very well versed in trimming ,irrigation and drainage systems, and laying sod and installing shrubs, trees and flowers. We take pride in our work and we cater to every aspect of what the client asks of us and we always ask for the clients opinion of the project before we finish. I believe we should be hired because of are amazing work ethic and experience we have in doing landscaping and our top priority will be to satisfy all clients with any project they have for us to complete.

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Outlaw lawn care
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, GA and surrounding areas

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A well-maintained lawn doesn’t happen by accident—it takes time, the right equipment, and attention to detail. Let Outlaw Lawn Care handle the hard work so you can enjoy your yard.\n\nWe offer:\n• Lawn Mowing\n• Edging\n• Weed Eating\n• Blowing\n• Soft Washing\n• Free Estimates\n\nWhether you need weekly, bi-weekly, or one-time service, we’re here to keep your property looking its best.\n\nCall or text 478-231-2940 today to schedule your free estimate.\n\nOutlaw Lawn Care\nReliable. Affordable. Quality You Can See.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

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