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Avatar for Precision Tree Service
Precision Tree Service
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Saint Gabriel, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"The Pine tree had greater damage than was visible from the ground, including rot at the top. Removal was suggested, which we accepted since this tree was close to our house. The tree was removed in pieces, with no damage to the surrounding area. The stump was ground down. Trimming of selected branches & limbs on the other 4 trees resulted in a beautiful, open appearance with good visibility to the upper reaches of the trees. We are very pleased with the appearance. All debris was removed."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Opulent Professional Services LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Saint Gabriel, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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"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%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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No -two-the-same-landscaping
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Saint Gabriel, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"The landscaping crew was very professional and knowledgeable. The entire process was very detailed and organized. I would recommend this company with no reservations. I recommend that you contact the company for all your landscaping projects!"
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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J & S Dirt Works, LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Gabriel, LA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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.

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.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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.

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