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Owens Excavation & Dirtwork Corp
5.0(
3
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Serving Red Oak, OK and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Offers commercial services

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"Great company to work with.... I had several projects for the past couple years including: 2 ponds dug - no leaks & holding solid, built roads, had coverts installed, clearing of land and trenching work for electrical. I would highly recommend, they've done a wonderful job every single time. Extremely professional to make sure it's done right and that you're happy with services provided. I would work with them again on any project needing large requirement in the future."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lake Eufaula Land Services
5.0(
15
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Serving Red Oak, OK and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great work clearing brush and trees to level an area for a turn around driveway. Excellent work. Very happy with it. Next job was removing an inhabitable mobile home. Again great work with fair pricing. Will have more jobs for this very trusting service."
Before
Digging out culverts
Port Concrete back and this was close to the finis
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Boss Heavy Equipment Services, LLC
4.5(
22
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Serving Red Oak, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were very professional, did a great job removing trees that were growing over our home without damaging the house. I will be using them again in the future, and will recommend them highly to friends and family."
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Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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G&S Contracting LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Red Oak, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ladies, if you have a husband or on your own, please get a hold G&S Contracting LLC. Stop putting repairs off. Mike is a man of his word and I guarantee he will not empty your pocketbook. Things he has done for me was put up 2 ceiling fans, a window a/c unit, 2 gates on my porch to make me feel safe. All things I could not do on my own. The list goes on and on. Please call, you'll be glad you did. He is a true handyman."
Harp renovation
New deck on Randall home
Kitchen before flooring
Home renovation
New Construction-Residential.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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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