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Dirt Dog Hauling & Excavating
237 Fifth Ave NE
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Dirt Dog Hauling & Excavating
237 Fifth Ave NE
5.00(
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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.

"Darrin and his crew and Dirt Dog was very professional and showed up every day and did whatever it took to get the job done, in a timely and cost efficient manner. They took on a massive project for us and our church, and the outcome was great, I was very proud of the job they done and would highly recommend them and their services to anyone!! "

Chad B 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.

"Darrin and his crew and Dirt Dog was very professional and showed up every day and did whatever it took to get the job done, in a timely and cost efficient manner. They took on a massive project for us and our church, and the outcome was great, I was very proud of the job they done and would highly recommend them and their services to anyone!! "

Chad B on June 2025


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Ridge construction
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Ridge construction
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1 years of experience
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Grading any types of dirt work or clearing laying pipe house pads trailer pads we do ponds and a lot more. Call me today for free estimate. 10 years of experience no job is to big residential and commercial

Grading any types of dirt work or clearing laying pipe house pads trailer pads we do ponds and a lot more. Call me today for free estimate. 10 years of experience no job is to big residential and commercial


Shoals Grading and Excavation, LLC
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Shoals Grading and Excavation, LLC
No reviews
5 years of experience

We are a grading and excavation company with the equipment and know how to take care of your project, big or small. We handle French drains, rip rap, erosion control, driveways, site prep for residential and commercial properties, and any other grading projects you may have. We are licensed and insured.

We are a grading and excavation company with the equipment and know how to take care of your project, big or small. We handle French drains, rip rap, erosion control, driveways, site prep for residential and commercial properties, and any other grading projects you may have. We are licensed and insured.


JD Construction Services
25 Aldrich Rd
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JD Construction Services
25 Aldrich Rd
No reviews
15 years of experience

Welcome serving Alabama since 2010 At JD Construction Services we offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy.We take jobs of all sizes,from small properties to large sites in both residential and commercial settings.Our goal is to provide a stress free landscaping service to all of our customers.Customer satisfaction is our highest priority and will always be.We are proud to offer our commercial clients a wide range of services simplifying their ability to get commercial projects completed.At JD CONSTRUCTION we are a full service design/build company with wide range of experience. We can help you with all phases of new home construction or landscape supplies,finding suitable land, design, landscaping your yard, driveway repair,brush removal,land grading, and etc. We have earned subsequent and continued success by building working relationships with our clients and backing it up with hard work. Lets discuss your ideas! Thanks for visiting!

Welcome serving Alabama since 2010 At JD Construction Services we offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy.We take jobs of all sizes,from small properties to large sites in both residential and commercial settings.Our goal is to provide a stress free landscaping service to all of our customers.Customer satisfaction is our highest priority and will always be.We are proud to offer our commercial clients a wide range of services simplifying their ability to get commercial projects completed.At JD CONSTRUCTION we are a full service design/build company with wide range of experience. We can help you with all phases of new home construction or landscape supplies,finding suitable land, design, landscaping your yard, driveway repair,brush removal,land grading, and etc. We have earned subsequent and continued success by building working relationships with our clients and backing it up with hard work. Lets discuss your ideas! Thanks for visiting!


The Old Anvil
305 Mississippi 15 PO Box 803
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The Old Anvil
305 Mississippi 15 PO Box 803
5.00(
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With 10+ years of experience working with Metal you can know that every weld will made with a high level of skill and excellence. We are also Insured and Certified so you can have peace of mind.

"Perfect. He strives for perfection. Absolutely phenomenal work. Very punctual. Goes above and beyond. Would recommend to anyone."

Austin C on June 2024

With 10+ years of experience working with Metal you can know that every weld will made with a high level of skill and excellence. We are also Insured and Certified so you can have peace of mind.

"Perfect. He strives for perfection. Absolutely phenomenal work. Very punctual. Goes above and beyond. Would recommend to anyone."

Austin C on June 2024


Alliance Publishing & Marketing
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Alliance Publishing & Marketing
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10 years of experience

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Treeline Forestry Mulching LLC
8514 AL-119
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Treeline Forestry Mulching LLC
8514 AL-119
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Free onsite estimate

Our services range from basic land clearing to swift removal of stubborn brush, trees, and heavy vegetation. Upon completion your land will be ready for the next stage of development offering a park like setting with nutrient rich mulch where applicable. Whether you want to expand your yard , prepare for new construction, or begin developing your land, we have the equipment and skill to complete the task. We provide proper project management ensuring all jobs are completed safely, on time and within budget. Forestry Mulching is a unique technique in which overgrown trees and brush are instantly chopped into mulch. This creates a park like stetting and an excellent way to reclaim land that is unavailable due to overgrown vegetation. The positive impact of forestry mulching is that it helps with improving soil composition, reducing erosion and avoiding ecological dysfunction. The mulch created will give nutrients to the soil, grass and trees on your property. Forestry Mulching is the best choice for PRIVATE LOT OWNERS OR LAND OWNERS REAL ESTATE AGENTS DEVELOPERS COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OWNERS AND PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS PLEASE REMEMBER THAT FORESTRY MULCHING IS A GREAT INVESTMENT FOR THE GREENER FUTURE OF YOUR LAND.

Our services range from basic land clearing to swift removal of stubborn brush, trees, and heavy vegetation. Upon completion your land will be ready for the next stage of development offering a park like setting with nutrient rich mulch where applicable. Whether you want to expand your yard , prepare for new construction, or begin developing your land, we have the equipment and skill to complete the task. We provide proper project management ensuring all jobs are completed safely, on time and within budget. Forestry Mulching is a unique technique in which overgrown trees and brush are instantly chopped into mulch. This creates a park like stetting and an excellent way to reclaim land that is unavailable due to overgrown vegetation. The positive impact of forestry mulching is that it helps with improving soil composition, reducing erosion and avoiding ecological dysfunction. The mulch created will give nutrients to the soil, grass and trees on your property. Forestry Mulching is the best choice for PRIVATE LOT OWNERS OR LAND OWNERS REAL ESTATE AGENTS DEVELOPERS COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OWNERS AND PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS PLEASE REMEMBER THAT FORESTRY MULCHING IS A GREAT INVESTMENT FOR THE GREENER FUTURE OF YOUR LAND.


JD Trucking LLC
96 Tomlyn Road
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JD Trucking LLC
96 Tomlyn Road
No reviews
15 years of experience

Cash, check or major credit card accepted..

Cash, check or major credit card accepted..


CT Hauling & Materials
624 Enclave Lane
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CT Hauling & Materials
624 Enclave Lane
No reviews
23 years of experience

CT HAULING AND MATERIALS (a wholesale supplier) which was founded in 2002 is a provider of Building, Construction, Landscape, and Masonry Materials. These materials include Gravel, Sand, Dirt, Top Soil, Gravel, Pea Gravel, Sand Stone, Mulch, Recycled Stone, and Aggregate materials for builders, landscapers and landscape suppliers, masonry suppliers, park departments, paving companies, garden centers, nurseries, private contractors and homeowners. We proudly serve to Central Alabama: Birmingham, Pelham, Helena, Calera, Montevallo, Columbiana. For immediate service of any type, call Cliff at (205) 506-5000, CT Hauling and Materials.

CT HAULING AND MATERIALS (a wholesale supplier) which was founded in 2002 is a provider of Building, Construction, Landscape, and Masonry Materials. These materials include Gravel, Sand, Dirt, Top Soil, Gravel, Pea Gravel, Sand Stone, Mulch, Recycled Stone, and Aggregate materials for builders, landscapers and landscape suppliers, masonry suppliers, park departments, paving companies, garden centers, nurseries, private contractors and homeowners. We proudly serve to Central Alabama: Birmingham, Pelham, Helena, Calera, Montevallo, Columbiana. For immediate service of any type, call Cliff at (205) 506-5000, CT Hauling and Materials.


Ingram Paving
230 Ingram St
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Ingram Paving
230 Ingram St
No reviews
108 years of experience

Ingram Paving is a family owned and operated business providing commercial and residential paving services for over 20 years. We have grown into the most versatile and successful full service paving and site operation in the Shoals area. Our goal is to provide quality workmanship and create a pleasing result that will last for years to come. Let us come out and give you an onsite free no obligation estimate by one of our skilled professionals.

Ingram Paving is a family owned and operated business providing commercial and residential paving services for over 20 years. We have grown into the most versatile and successful full service paving and site operation in the Shoals area. Our goal is to provide quality workmanship and create a pleasing result that will last for years to come. Let us come out and give you an onsite free no obligation estimate by one of our skilled professionals.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Hamilton, 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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