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Naborly Contracting LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Sam to fix a major problem with my 3 acre lake . He called me and after we met and discussed the issue he came out to my property and worked on it for multiple days . Even after some setbacks that came with this tricky job he never gave up and completed the work better than I was expecting. He was committed and dedicated to making this project successful. I will be hiring him again and highly recommend him to anyone who wants the job done right !"
Finished Walkway
Finished siding of Deck
100% Done. Floating docks set.
Floor system in Progress
Floor system in progress Part 2..

+24

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rhino Outdoor Services
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The guys cleared a large tract of land for me opening up roads and green fields on some hunting property. They were very responsive and did great work. Property was night and day different when they were done. Before I could barely get a vehicle around the property. Now I can get my truck down the roads with room to spare. Very happy overall with work done."
Response time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Matthew and Jody's Tree Service LLC
4.6(
10
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a gas line installed at my house and asked them about sump grinding. They said Matthew & Joey Tree Service and several other companies.  I went in and checked Angies List and they were 1st on the list of two. Called them, they were here in less than 10 minutes, gave me a good price and the stump was gone. Total time from being told about them to job finished was about 30 minutes. Can't beat that. Fast, good job, good price. I'll use them again.
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Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Gregory Landscaping
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner, Beau Gregory is an honest person and he did a great job clearing the property. He did what he said he would do and more. We are completely satisfied and plan on using Gregory Landscaping again in the future!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Green Clearing & Grading
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Quick response

Family business that has being farming and doing dirt work for years. We can take an over grown peice of property and can clear it and plant your pastures. Build you a pond or even build your driveways an house/barn pad and build a fence to keep all your animals in or anything unwanted out. We even have the equipment to maintain the property for you if wanted.We will do it all small or big.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Auburn, AL

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.

The Auburn, AL homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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