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Dyson Land Services
5.0(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Franklin, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"This company is top tier, the owner is professional and ensured the work was completed on schedule. I had a large tree that had fallen and overgrowth around it. Mr. Dyson had a cleared in no time. I would definitely recommend his services."
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Opulent Professional Services LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Franklin, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He got the job done right, on time and was very professional. I’m happy I chose them and am very satisfied with his work. I would recommend them to anybody that asked and would have given them 10 stars if I could. I will be using them in the future"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
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J & S Dirt Works, LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Franklin, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At J&S Dirtworks, you’re not just hiring a company- you’re hiring a father and son team that takes pride in honest work, fair pricing, and getting the job done right the first time. We believe in a strong work ethic, clear communication, and treating every property like it’s our own. Whether it’s a small job or large project, we show up ready to work and don’t leave until you’re satisfied. \n\nWhat we do: \nTree Removal & Cleanup- Safe, efficent removal with attention to your property. \n\nGrass Cutting & Maintenance- Reliable mowing to keep your property looking clean and cared for. \n\nDirtwork & Moving Dirt- Grading, leveling, and hauling to shape your space the way you need. \n\n\nWhy you should hire us? \n-Family-owned and operated \n-Dependable, hardworking, and honest\n-Fair pricing with no runaround\n-Local service you can trust \n\nWhen you hire J&S Dirtworks, you’re supporting a family business that values hard work, respect, and results.

Tree trimming
Tree trimming
Tree trimming
Tree trimming
Tree trimming

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Logan's Tree Service
4.8(
36
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Franklin, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Logan did a great job of clearing scrub growth from a sloped area near a drainage ditch and removing various stumps around the property"
Tree Trimming/Removal
Tree Trimming/Removal
Tree Trimming/Removal
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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T&S Rentals LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Franklin, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

"Really nice and clean crew would recommend to anyone needing work Removed trees and Cleaned up the yard nice at a competitive price"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

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.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

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