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whitakerlandclearingllc
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Oberlin, LA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At Whitaker’s Land Clearing LLC, we take pride in hard work, reliability, and delivering quality results on every job. As a company, we’re driven by dedication, strong work ethic, and a commitment to doing the job right the first time. We treat every project—whether it’s land clearing, driveway construction and repair, fence installation, or site prep—with attention to detail and a focus on perfection. Our goal is simple: provide honest service, dependable work, and results our customers can trust. We believe in earning business through integrity, consistency, and the drive to exceed expectations on every project.

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4G land development
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Oberlin, LA and surrounding areas

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Hello, I’m Hunter Guillory, and I lead a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality land clearing and dirt work services.\n\nWhen you choose us, you're not just hiring equipment; you're partnering with an operator who values hard work, expertise, and your complete satisfaction.\n\nWhy Hire Us?\n\n8 Years of Dirt Work Expertise: I've spent eight years mastering the ins and outs of site preparation, excavation, and professional land clearing. This depth of experience ensures your project is handled efficiently, safely, and correctly from start to finish.\n\nA Commitment to Hard Work: I personally oversee every job, working diligently to clear your land exactly to your specifications and timeline. We pride ourselves on our strong work ethic and attention to detail.\n\n100% Customer Satisfaction: My top priority is ensuring every single customer is satisfied with the final result. We communicate clearly throughout the process and don't consider the job complete until you are happy.

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Diesel Equipment Services, LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Oberlin, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general Contractor home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

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