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Rhino Outdoor Services
5.0(
7
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Serving Dadeville, 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 time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Naborly Contracting LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Dadeville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did interior renovation work, including flooring and bathroom work. They were timely, on time, and focused on the work. The communication was good."
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 rate85%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Green Clearing & Grading
5.0(
1
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Serving Dadeville, 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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Ole Reliable Land Services
5.0(
4
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Serving Dadeville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The owner was very knowledgeable and came out to survey the job and quickly gave me a detailed estimate. Small changes in the job during the planning phase were promptly communicated via revised estimates, which was greatly appreciated. Peter had the proper equipment and finished the job quickly and as promised. I was pleased with the finished product and highly recommend Peter and his company."
Mini ex
Digging through!
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ballard Mulching and More
5.0(
14
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Serving Dadeville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They came out quickly and were very thorough when explaining what would be helpful. The owner is very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. I would recommend Ballard Mulching and More to anyone looking for any kind of land preservation and much more. They made my house have an amazing curb appeal."
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
Creek clearing

+118

Response time3 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Dadeville, 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.

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