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Branched Out
4.7(
277
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Serving Olathe, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Come out quickly to give estimate and also to put up gutters. Their work was top quality. Recommended them to my neighbor who already had them out to put up her gutters."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC
4.9(
58
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Serving Olathe, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David did a good job for me. He did exactly what we agreed on. Installed grasses and shrubs and put rock down. Also installed pavers. His company is professional and very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC"
Paver patio, retaining walls and columns
Patio walls and columns?
patio with pavers
Concrete steps and retaining wall
Concrete steps and retaining wall

+86

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Louie & Sons Excavating
4.2(
10
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Serving Olathe, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had Louie & Sons Excavating remove my pool, deck, and fence. Had them grade and slope the yard. They provided a detailed proposal with all items listed. Their work was excellent, I could not be happier. They are highly skilled equipment operators and are very easy to work with. If you need excavating work I highly recommend Louie & Sons Excavating. Excellent work at a fair price."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Up Rooted Lawn and Landscape, LLC
4.5(
15
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Serving Olathe, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed a quick response on a storm damaged tree. It was split in half with the standing half leaning over my neighbors house.They did an excellent job on cutting down the standing half and a good clean up afterwards."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating
5.0(
3
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Serving Olathe, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We thought we had a sinkhole but Corbin determined it was a huge, old septic tank! In one day it was fixed. He communicated well and tried hard to repair grass spots that equipment dug into as well as smoothing out the fill dirt. We wouldn’t hesitate to hire again."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Integrity Hardscapes & Lawn, LLC
4.6(
13
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Serving Olathe, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tracy and his team designed and built a firepit and sitting wall, around our patio. We were impressed with the quality of work performed, the attention to detail and the results exceeded our expectations. As we move forward with other hardscape and landscape projects, Integrity will be our choice. Tracy truly is a "man of integrity" and he is deeply committed to providing the customer a quality project. I would highly recommend!"
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planter wall and patio
 rip rap
kidney shaped bed
 removing stumps

+29

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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. 

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.

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.

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