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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Hurtsboro - Updated Nov 2026

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Rhino Outdoor Services
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Hurtsboro, 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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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T&T Tree Removal and Land Clearing
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Hurtsboro, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came to give me a quote and I hired him. He was really friendly and willing to work with my schedule. I was pleasantly surprised when I saw the work that was done. I highly recommend this company. He did such an exceptionally good job I know I will hire him again. He left the yard clean, taking away all remnants of that tree. I went ahead and told my co-workers and one of my neighbors and gave them his info."
Tree Removal
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Talton Contracting
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Hurtsboro, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m Josh, owner of Groundline Contracting. With hands-on experience in excavation and site supervision, I provide land clearing, grading, pond building, and underground utility work. I take pride in honest communication, hard work, and treating your property with the same care I would my own. Every job is an opportunity to earn your trust and help bring your plans to life.

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Ballard Mulching and More
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hurtsboro, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am new the Lee County Alabama - I purchased some property out in this area that was in need of a lot work like tree , brush removal and overall land clearing and seeding. James and his team did a great job in cleaning up my property. Itâ s amazing the before and after! I will use his company again and I would recommend him to anyone in need of any of his many services. Thank you James of Ballard Mulching Service's your the best! Sincerely Bethany H"
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
Creek clearing
Creek clearing

+118

Response time3 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Mike Brown Plumbing
4.6(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Hurtsboro, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike called & texted the same afternoon I looked into Angie’s List. Was looking for possible work on my daughters new home at college. Didn’t end up needing the work but will keep him in mind if ever needed."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Hurtsboro, 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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