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Newcombs Dirt Works
331 NEWCOMB DR
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Newcombs Dirt Works
331 NEWCOMB DR
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Mon-Fri 8a-5pm 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!

"Very dependable and does excellent work. We will continue to use NEWCOMBà ¢à  à  S Dirtworks for any future projects we have."

Mandy H on October 2023

Mon-Fri 8a-5pm 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!

"Very dependable and does excellent work. We will continue to use NEWCOMBà ¢à  à  S Dirtworks for any future projects we have."

Mandy H on October 2023


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Jon's Tree Service, LLC
P.O. Box 984
4.44(
43
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Approved Pro
Jon's Tree Service, LLC
P.O. Box 984
4.44(
43
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

At Jon's Tree Service, we make your safety our top priority. Throughout our experience, we have heard of or seen far too many injuries from falling branches. These types of incidents can easily be prevented with frequent pruning and trimming. You can rest assured that our professional staff is highly-trained and skilled in the field of tree trimming, pruning, and fertilization. It takes a true expert to know how to properly care for trees. We can determine the services you need based on what type of tree you have and the specific seasons or year-round treatment it needs.

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Rusty H on November 2021

At Jon's Tree Service, we make your safety our top priority. Throughout our experience, we have heard of or seen far too many injuries from falling branches. These types of incidents can easily be prevented with frequent pruning and trimming. You can rest assured that our professional staff is highly-trained and skilled in the field of tree trimming, pruning, and fertilization. It takes a true expert to know how to properly care for trees. We can determine the services you need based on what type of tree you have and the specific seasons or year-round treatment it needs.

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Rusty H on November 2021


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Lynch Land Service, LLC
342 Trace Ridge Rd
4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Lynch Land Service, LLC
342 Trace Ridge Rd
4.94(
9
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
27 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Lynch Land Service, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of 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.

"Tyler did a great job of removing 2 large oak trees from my home and saving me a ton of trouble. He did it fast and very convenient. Would hire again."

cole b on November 2024

Lynch Land Service, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of 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.

"Tyler did a great job of removing 2 large oak trees from my home and saving me a ton of trouble. He did it fast and very convenient. Would hire again."

cole b on November 2024


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Daniel Excavation Services, LLC
1545 Kincheon Rd
5.00(
4
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Daniel Excavation Services, LLC
1545 Kincheon Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

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.

"Promp, professional. Paul did a wonderful job throughout the whole process! Cleaned up all debris even the debris that was left behind by a different company."

Brandi R on September 2024

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.

"Promp, professional. Paul did a wonderful job throughout the whole process! Cleaned up all debris even the debris that was left behind by a different company."

Brandi R on September 2024


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Dirt Dog Hauling & Excavating
237 Fifth Ave NE
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Dirt Dog Hauling & Excavating
237 Fifth Ave NE
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dirt Dog Hauling and Excavating 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. We have accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. We are privately and locally owned with 20 plus years of experience.

"I have used Dirt Dog several times. Very professional and customer service is top notch. I highly recommend this company."

Jacob H on June 2025

Dirt Dog Hauling and Excavating 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. We have accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. We are privately and locally owned with 20 plus years of experience.

"I have used Dirt Dog several times. Very professional and customer service is top notch. I highly recommend this company."

Jacob H on June 2025


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Southern Dirt LLC.
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5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Southern Dirt LLC.
.123
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
148 local quotes requested

Southern Dirt LLC is a trusted and dedicated land development and landscape services provider, specializing in creating, transforming, and maintaining outdoor spaces across central Alabama. As experts in land clearing, excavation, grading, landscaping, and drainage solutions, Southern Dirt LLC caters to a diverse range of clients, from homeowners and developers to commercial property owners. Our skilled professionals utilize cutting-edge equipment and ensure each project is completed efficiently, safely, and with lasting results. Our clients value our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, making Southern Dirt LLC a preferred partner in land development.

"Great hard working men"

Phil H on November 2024

Southern Dirt LLC is a trusted and dedicated land development and landscape services provider, specializing in creating, transforming, and maintaining outdoor spaces across central Alabama. As experts in land clearing, excavation, grading, landscaping, and drainage solutions, Southern Dirt LLC caters to a diverse range of clients, from homeowners and developers to commercial property owners. Our skilled professionals utilize cutting-edge equipment and ensure each project is completed efficiently, safely, and with lasting results. Our clients value our commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, making Southern Dirt LLC a preferred partner in land development.

"Great hard working men"

Phil H on November 2024


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Cahaba Land Services
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Cahaba Land Services
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
184 local quotes requested

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"25 stumps removed and hauled away. Holes were filled in. Courteous, friendly and easy to work with personnel."

Mary M on December 2023

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"25 stumps removed and hauled away. Holes were filled in. Courteous, friendly and easy to work with personnel."

Mary M on December 2023


Avatar for JURADOS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LLC
JURADOS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LLC
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
JURADOS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LLC
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
289 local quotes requested

What ever you are looking for to customize your interior or exterior look do not hesitate to call this small family owned and operated business! Thanks and God bless!

"dry wall"

malik t on March 2023

What ever you are looking for to customize your interior or exterior look do not hesitate to call this small family owned and operated business! Thanks and God bless!

"dry wall"

malik t on March 2023


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W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
5.00(
19
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Approved Pro
W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
716 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"W and C Sullivan Properties provided great service. We hired them for a backyard landscaping project that included installing a french drain, connecting downspouts, and adding river rock and stone edging to multiple flowerbeds. The response time was prompt when scheduling and coming out to provide the estimate, communication was great throughout the project, and the price was reasonable. Will and his crew completed the job quickly in 2 days, were very professional, neat, and cleaned up after themselves. We are very pleased with the outcome and would recommend working with them."

Eldrick T on June 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"W and C Sullivan Properties provided great service. We hired them for a backyard landscaping project that included installing a french drain, connecting downspouts, and adding river rock and stone edging to multiple flowerbeds. The response time was prompt when scheduling and coming out to provide the estimate, communication was great throughout the project, and the price was reasonable. Will and his crew completed the job quickly in 2 days, were very professional, neat, and cleaned up after themselves. We are very pleased with the outcome and would recommend working with them."

Eldrick T on June 2025


ProEarth
401 25th Place
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
ProEarth
401 25th Place
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
139 local quotes requested

ProEarth is a locally owned and operated company that provides high-quality excavation and land clearing services for residential and commercial clients in Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas. Whether you need to demolish a building, grade a site, clear a lot, or install a drainage system, we have the experience, equipment, and expertise to handle any project. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, and we offer competitive pricing and estimates. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with your next excavation or land clearing project.

"Above and beyond expectations"

Stephen B on December 2023

ProEarth is a locally owned and operated company that provides high-quality excavation and land clearing services for residential and commercial clients in Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas. Whether you need to demolish a building, grade a site, clear a lot, or install a drainage system, we have the experience, equipment, and expertise to handle any project. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, and we offer competitive pricing and estimates. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with your next excavation or land clearing project.

"Above and beyond expectations"

Stephen B on December 2023

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Birmingham, AL

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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