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Avatar for Onset Equipment, LLC
Onset Equipment, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely satisfied and pleased with the service we received from Blake & Onset Equipment. After losing our house and almost everything we own in Hurricane Ida, he made the demolition process easy and stress-free for us. He was quick, experienced, and professional. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of any type of demolition and/or other heavy equipment services. Thank you Blake! We appreciate you more than we could ever say!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Crum Enterprises
4.5(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Jean Lafitte, 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 Jean Lafitte, 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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A3 Enterprise
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a licensed and insured family-owned business with over a decade of experience in debris removal and disaster relief management.\nOur expertise encompasses a wide range of services, including:\n\n- Hauling hazardous and non-hazardous debris\n- Tree cutting and trimming\n- Stump removal\n- Dumpster drop-off and hauling\n\nWe take pride in serving our community and providing exceptional service.

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GrassHopper
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Jean Lafitte, 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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Flip's Backroad Equipment, LLC
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Flip?s Backroad Equipment, LLC provides professional skid steer and property services throughout the Northshore and surrounding Southeast Louisiana areas. Owner/operator Phillip ?Flip? Foret brings approximately 18 years of professional heavy-equipment experience and personally operates the equipment on every job. Services include land and brush clearing, brush cutting/bush hogging, grading and dirt work, property and site cleanup, storm cleanup, driveway and access-area work, moving and piling material, and general skid steer work. We are fully insured and committed to dependable service, quality work, and straightforward communication. Contact us for a free quote on your property or project.

Trail Clearing
Brush Clearing
Fence Line Clearing
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

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.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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