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Avatar for Jade Construction
Jade Construction
4.4(
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Serving Avon, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"Jason was very easy to work with and provided suggestions for seeding and subsequent treatment due to the terrain and soil. There were a number of unanticipated stumps in the area which caused a lot of roots to be eliminated after the fact. I still have not got to the point where I should mow the new growth which has been a slow process. Jason did a nice job on the excavation part and he did all the work maintaining previous drainage contours put in years ago.He was flexible, knew his business, and easy to work with and adjust aspects of the job."
Septic Install
Septic Install
Foundation
Footing drains
Septic Install

+131

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leonard's Masonry Service, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Avon, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work repairing my stone wall at a very affordable price. They were able to complete my project and add drainage in a days work, very responsive and professional"
Paver patio
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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General Masonry
4.4(
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Serving Avon, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Emergency services offered

"Andi is the only mason who will ever work on my house. My house is the gray cape in several photos of his websites . He tackled a very steep incline and built magnificent tiered walls, blue stone steps and walkways, and the patio around my pool. He has also built retaining walls, several walk ways and patios for my home. He recently put up stone veneer on my chimney. Andi is a friend, and truly a man of his word. Andi has vision and he always makes time to talk with you about not just what you want, but what you may need, without ever going over the desired budget. If you want quality work, done on time and on budget he is your guy. His crew is as respectful as he is and I cannot express how happy I found him."
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+97

Response time3 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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AK Property Management and Remodels
5.0(
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Serving Avon, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"The nicest young man. Work was done quickly and exceeded my expectations wholly. Quick quote and very reasonably priced. I would not hesitate to use his services again. I'm already thinking of new projects and will go to A&K first. Highly recommended."
Basement door replacement
Basement door replacement
Basement door replacement
Basement door replacement
Basement door replacement

+8

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Advanced Basement Waterproofing LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Avon, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project.\nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer \nin a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Knell walls
Knee Walls
After
Before
Concrete Work

+1

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Northwest Dirtworks, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Avon, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Northwest Dirtworks LLC 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. 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.\n\nWe specialize in traditional excavation work (grading, foundation dig outs, large scale excavation projects) but also focus on drainage work (water mitigation & piping), land clearing (yard expansions, clear cutting for building/lot preparation) as well as brush cleaning and forestry mulching. We are highly focused on our clients needs and can network/collaborate to make ANY project a reality.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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