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Avatar for Integrity Enterprises, LLC
Integrity Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am absolutely delighted with the incredible work that Chris and his team did on my home. The new floors and complete kitchen remodel are absolutely stunning, and the craftsmanship is truly exceptional. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless. Your attention to detail, professionalism, and dedication to delivering high-quality work exceeded all of my expectations. My new kitchen and floors have completely transformed my home, and i could not be happier with the results. Thank you so much for your hard work and outstanding service. I would highly recommend your services to anyone looking for a top-tier contractor. Denise Testori"
Luxury Vinyl Floor
Full Tile Bath
Custom Closet
Glass Door
New Vanity

+24

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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R.C. Property Services LLC
4.7(
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I called, Ryan came and gave me an estimate which was very reasonable. We set a time and they came and did the job. I had to go to work and was not here when they finished. Everything was cleaned up and you couldnâ t tell anyone had been here. I would and will call Ryan again in the future. I highly recommend him."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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AA Outdoor Services, LLC
3.9(
33
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

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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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C&M OUTDOOR DESIGNS LLC
4.3(
11
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The crew at C&M Outdoor Designs was amazing to work with! They helped our family design a custom basketball court and built beautiful retaining walls to match. The finished project exceeded our expectations — we couldn’t be happier!"
Outdoor Kitchen
Concrete walkway
Cobblestones
Basketball Court
Level front yard

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hazelwood Excavating, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt Hazelwood was very prompt in returning my call & he came to my house immediately to asses our situation. He was very honest & polite. I had a family member who could do the work, that is why I didn't hire him. however if I didn't have a family member, I definitely would have hired Matt Hazelwood. He would have done a completely thorough job."
New Septic Tank
Leaching
New Leaching
Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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.

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.

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