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Avatar for The Brothers General Contracting and Landscaping
The Brothers General Contracting and Landscaping
4.6(
143
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smyrna, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brothers Contracting and Landscaping is FABULOUS to work with! They tore out our old, unsafe deck and replaced it with one twice the size and much, much sturdier. The also replaced our worn out front porch and shed doors and built completely new doors, as well as remodeling our damaged floor in our master bathroom and installing new fabulous flooring. They accomplished all this in about 3 1/2 weeks! On time, on budget, and with EXCELLENT workmanship. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BROTHERS!"
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
2 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 Smyrna, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A representative came out an reviewed what we needed, The crew came out the following week and worked continuously trimming shrubbery, clearing leaves, trimming out dead debris (recent cold caught several things), took out some old shrubs, laid pine straw, and miscellaneous items. The yard looked transformed. Would recommend this service and the price was excellent. John and his crew were very professional, Plan to have another project in the Spring."
Lanscaping Project In Decatur
Retaining wall install
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Install
Hardscaping Install

+31

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
207 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GreenMen Landscape Services, LLC
5.0(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smyrna, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I’ve been working with Darius and the Green Men crew for about 5 years now. We just had them install a retaining wall pit down zoysia sod. They did a fantastic job on a good budget and timeline."
Backyard Patio
Backyard Patio
Backyard Patio
Backyard Patio
Synthetic turf

+2

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Graceful Gardens
5.0(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smyrna, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeff did a great job with my landscaping. He heard from me often as I made many requests / changes throughout the project, and he followed through with all of them. Will be contacting Jeff again to develop a plan for the back of my home. Highly recommend you give Jeff a call for your next landscaping project."
Dry Creek Bed
Backyard Landscape
Creek Bed
Creek Bed
Backyard Landscape

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Final House Construction LLC
4.6(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Smyrna, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Such a great experience from beginning to end! They helped repair a roof and rotted wood from a 35-40 foot high roof on a historic condominium building in Midtown Atlanta. There were a number of complicated logistics with equipment and custom cutting and installation. Final House are experts at what they do and can help you accomplish an array of complicated projects with ease."
MARIETTA GA SIDING AND DECK JOB
MARIETTA SIDING AND DECK
MARIETTA SIDING AND DECK
MARIETTA SIDING AND DECK
SMYRNA GABLE RENOVATION

+57

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Total Landscape Solutions, Inc.
4.7(
40
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smyrna, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Trevor and his crew did an awesome job! Had overgrown bushes and shrubs from over 10 yrs. Made the backyard look brand new again. Will highly recommend him to everyone I know. Thank you Trevor"
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Drainage Job 2
Drainage Job 2

+25

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ortiz landscape and concrete
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Smyrna, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ortiz Landscape and concrete did excellent work for us. They poured two 10 x 12 slabs, One behind our house for our picnic table/grill and one for our shed. They showed up bright and early on the day they promised and worked very meticulously and left the property completely clean. I would strongly recommend this hard working honest company. Finished product was done with NO corners being cut on a very hot summer day. Very well pleased"
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

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.

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