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Avatar for Integrity Enterprises, LLC
Integrity Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
51
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for AA Outdoor Services, LLC
AA Outdoor Services, LLC
3.9(
33
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Guilford, 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
Avatar for C&M OUTDOOR DESIGNS LLC
C&M OUTDOOR DESIGNS LLC
4.3(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Guilford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services 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 time3 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Hazelwood Excavating, Inc.
Hazelwood Excavating, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

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

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.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

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