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S&K Contractors LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

S&K Contractors, LLC is a fully licensed Louisiana contractor providing residential and commercial construction services throughout the state. Backed by over 30 years of combined experience we specialize in land clearing, demolition, excavation, grading, drainage systems, site preparation, aggregate installation, erosion control, and stormwater management. Our team is qualified to prepare and inspect Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and environmental compliance measures in accordance with applicable project requirements. We are committed to delivering safe, dependable, and high-quality workmanship while completing every project on time and within budget. Contact S&K Contractors, LLC today for a free on-site estimate.

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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Drainco
5.0(
28
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Onset Equipment, LLC
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. onsetequipment.com

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jordan S Courtney LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Jordan Courtney LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n

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Car wash
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+10

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Crum Enterprises
4.5(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With 20 + years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.\n

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TCHEFUNCTE EQUIPMENT LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Tchefuncte Equipment, we provide professional skid steer services with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. As a locally owned and operated company, we bring years of experience in construction and land services to every job. With one powerful machine and a commitment to doing things right, we offer a range of services that meet the needs of homeowners, contractors, and property managers alike.\n\nWhether you're clearing land, prepping a driveway, removing debris, or handling tough dirt work—we've got you covered. Our skid steer is fully equipped with the right attachments to take on jobs big or small.\n

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Debris Removal
Debris Removal
Concrete Demo

+9

Response time3 days
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Bottomland Contracting Services
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\nWe will strive to always keep our clients happy!

Response time1 day
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Raising Hail
5.0(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Akers, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Our History Our land clearing and forestry mulching services is a single step process by which undesirable vegetation – trees, brush and stumps – is cut and ground into mulch by mobile machinery. The mulch is spread as evenly as possible over the entire cutting area to retard initial re-growth, prevent erosion, and replenish the topsoil base. Unlike other clearing methods, forestry mulching leaves no brush piles, and there is no burning or scarred land. Damage to “keeper” trees is greatly reduced because forestry mulching protects the vital topsoil layer and delicate “feeder” roots. Additional erosion control is almost never required. The landowner is left with a fresh carpet of mulch, which naturally decomposes into rich topsoil. South Alabama Land Clearing and Forestry Mulching also offers Forestry Tilling (Subsoiling) in addition to Mulching. Forestry Tilling transforms clear cuts etc. into ready to plant farm land. This method is unlike traditional types of land clearing. It grinds up everything beneath the surface using it as fertilizer rather than digging it up and burning it. Our company strongly believes in being environmentally friendly. Our debris is never burned or hauled to dumps or left lying around. We put the nutrients back into the ground. At North Alabama Land Clearing and Forestry Mulching our company guarantees satisfaction to all our customers and our continued success is based on our commitment, expertise, and attention to detail on our projects. This results in the level of quality you expect. Please take time to browse our website pages to see all the things we at North Alabama Land Clearing and Forestry Mulching can do for you or contact us directly at +1(251) 321-9378.\n\nLand Clearing, Development, Mulching, & PDR Paintless Dent Repair

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Mulching
Land Clearing
Mulching
Mulch & Topsoil Project

+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Akers, LA

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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