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Avatar for Ron's Masonry
Ron's Masonry
5.0(
29
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ron and his assistant arrived on time to do some fall cleanup landscaping at my house. What would have taken me three days to do, plus hauling away the debris, took them under two hours. It was the very best money I ever spent - more so because I got to meet such lovely people, but also because they helped me a great deal. I will be calling them in the spring for a clean up and masonry work."
Walkway
Steps
Footing
Walk
Walk

+36

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
KNL CONSTRUCTOR LLC
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

*****Call Today for an Estimate @ 475-279-4864***** With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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AA Outdoor Services, LLC
3.9(
33
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Vinny is a very friendly and professional guy who we really enjoyed working with. The quality of his work is excellent- we used him for our sidewalk and refurbishing the rod iron railings. Overall positive experience with him and the final project turned out great! We would definitely recommend him and will be using his services again in future projects."
Driveway in New Haven (West Haven)
Rear entrance and parking area (West Haven)
Rear entrance and parking area (West Haven)
Step repair (West Haven)
Step repair (West Haven)

+61

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Development Creations
3.6(
36
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cos Cob, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Victor was referred to us by friends and he did not disappoint. He was not the least expensive option to us but his track record speaks for itself. The planting?s and masonry his crew installed were beyond what we could have imagined. Loving my yard. Don?t hesitate to hire this company. Leo S"
Stone patio
Stone patio
Patio and turf
Excavation
Excavation

+27

118 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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