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New Ground Services, LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew did an exceptional job with the decomposed granite installation and soil leveling, transforming the area into a well-structured landscape. The meticulous attention to detail is evident, and the freshly laid grass sod adds a vibrant touch, showcasing a lush green appearance that enhances the overall aesthetic. Itâ s clear that the project was executed with precision, contributing to a beautifully maintained outdoor space."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Crum Enterprises
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With 20 + years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.\n

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J & S Dirt Works, LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gretna, 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.

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GrassHopper
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is Gustave McKenna, and I have a passion for making yards look their best. As a New Orleans native and small business owner, I believe in honest work, fair pricing, and treating every customer’s property like my own. From weekly lawn maintenance to landscaping projects and seasonal cleanups, I am committed to delivering quality results and dependable service. Thank you for considering my business—I look forward to earning your trust.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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.

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.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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