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Legacy Landworks
4.9(
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Serving Columbus, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hired them to forestry mulch my new property in Alabama. They were very communicative and did a great job. So good in fact I hired them twice, once for each side of my property! Highly recommend their service."
Forestry Mulching
Forestry Mulching
Forestry Mulching
Site Prep
Site Prep

+3

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ground Pounders
5.0(
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Serving Columbus, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We did a lot of research to compare pricing and the quality of work because we have had other jobs that we contracted out that we were not happy with and everyone I spoke to said he did a great job. I think its because he is passionate about his work."
Hidden Space
Hidden Space
Hidden Space
Hidden Space
Pine Tree Restoration

+14

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Silver Leaf Construction, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Columbus, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Silver Leaf Construction is able to handle various industrial and residential construction projects. With over 25 years of experience, we can handle basically any outdoor job. We can clear, clean it up, excavate it, smooth it, build it and maintain it. By exceeding expectations and earning your trust, Silver Leaf Construction is committed to establishing long term client relationships. Hopefully, client satisfaction will be attained by our integrity, performance and job value. Call us today!

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Nailed It, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Columbus, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike did a great job! I have been looking for an all around handyman to fix and install things around a property that I own. I'm glad I found Mike. He has already done two jobs for me. He is flexible schedule-wise and very responsive to texts and calls. His prices are not the lowest but they are reasonable. Very friendly and polite to me and my tenants and he can do a lot of different types of work. I highly recommend him as a general contractor/handyman."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Thigpen Septic Tank Service
4.7(
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Serving Columbus, MS and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"Very professional service. Price was as quoted and less than local competitors. Showed up a little late but contacted us to let us know he was running behind first. Took about an hour to complete the work. Would definitely use them again."
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Truck & Jerrys
Truck door & Jerrys
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+5

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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