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J&S Land Service
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Westlake, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I love this company, I had J&S do work for me right after Hurricane Michael. They are very professional and honest. I wasn't able to hire J & S on my tree removal project, do to Josh was not comfortable with removing the trees very close to the house and power lines, not to mention that 3 of the trees are right by the septic system and drain field. I love Josh's honesty when he told me that he was not comfortable with removing the trees and suggested that I call someone else."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JW&C OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Westlake, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional from beginning to end one phone call understood the job and saw what needed to be done . Received the phone call after with the estimate. Easy planning scheduling for the job to be done. Got it done on time and with any subcontractor, I have make sure they get paid on time. Like working with this company and will look forward to future working with them as I come across Project to complete."
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Westlake, 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 Westlake, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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.

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