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Barefields Land Clearing Co
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Serving Richton, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Small jobs welcome

"Very prompt response. Got to the job and finished in one weekend. And the price was very reasonable. I would recommend Stone for any clearing job you might have."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate87%
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Rainey Farms and Construction LLC
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Serving Richton, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Did a excellent job of clearing some large pines off my property in preparation for a home site. They are honest, reliable, and reasonable priced. Will definitely be using them for any future clearing needs on property as well as installing septic system when I get to that point."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Smith Gravel and Trucking LLC
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Serving Richton, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Small jobs welcome

"We have relied on Smith Gravel and Trucking LLC for years to fulfill our property's gravel requirements. As a reputable family-owned business, they consistently offer competitive pricing and exceptional service. Their punctual deliveries and diverse range of materials make them a pleasure to work with, ensuring they are always our first point of contact for any project."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Stuart & Family Land Developments, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Richton, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized 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 with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Thigpen Septic Tank Service
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Serving Richton, MS and surrounding areas

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"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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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Monroe Construction
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Serving Richton, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend James Monroe Construction. They recently did some painting for us. They also made some repairs to some of our sheetrock and wallpaper. They did an awesome job. It looks great. They are professional and respectful. I will hire them again."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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