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Briscoe Contracting & Land Development
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Jonestown, MS and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Did a great job of cleanup."
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MNA Construction
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Jonestown, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Locally owned and operated, we provide unmatched customer service. Our services include building site clearing, brush and tree clearing. We take pride in our professionalism and cleanliness on our job sites. Call us today for your free estimate! We look forward to doing business with you!

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Thigpen Septic Tank Service
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Jonestown, 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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Perdew Excavating
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Jonestown, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are very good in working the soil above a septic field with a very good feel for what is happening to the soil, that is whether to stop or continue working. They do a good job in clearing according to what the owner wants and needs/ They are friendly and work responsiblely."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Delta Dirt & Spray Foam
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Jonestown, MS and surrounding areas

We handle your project from start to finish:\n • Land clearing & brush removal\n • Excavation & site prep\n • Grading & leveling\n • Pond building & pond expansion\n • Driveways, pads & trenching\nCulverts and water control \nReliable equipment. Clean results. On-time service.�📞 Call/Text: 662-897-5610�📍 Serving Mississippi

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Shady Bluff Construction
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Jonestown, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We offer over 30 years of industry experience. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. \n

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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