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Avatar for Roberts Construction LLC
Roberts Construction LLC
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dj and the team at Roberts construction did a fantastic job building a detached garage at my house from start to finish. His team handled everything from designing and drafting the prints, pulling permits, excavation, and building. If you?re looking for a reliable contractor at a great fair price, Robert?s construction can handle the job."
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yoga studio
yoga studio
yoga studio

+5

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Sunshine Environmental Services, Inc.
4.8(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased with this company. Prompt initial response and quote. Prompt site inspection. The excavation of underground oil tank was performed within a week, as promised. The work was done expertly and quickly. The hole was filled and grass sowed in. The completely report was delivered by email within 48 hrs as promised. The invoice was in agreement with quote. Excellent work and pleasant crew. I recommend very highly."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eastern Woodland Solutions LLC
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeremy and his team did a wonderful job. They installed fence panels, a privacy panel, bamboo outdoor curtains and some artificial ivy for me. They were fast, professional, left my yard immaculately clean and even hauled away the trash so my bins wouldn’t overflow. I already have several more projects planned with them! I would highly recommend Jeremy and his team at Eastern Woodland Solutions and I look forward to working with them again in the future."
MUSUEM TRAIL RESTORATION
MUSUEM TRAIL RESTORATION
MUSUEM TRAIL RESTORATION
Stone stairs
Stone wall

+5

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Solo Industries LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Solo Industries LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. \nWe uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal \nresponsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. \nAccurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true \nprofessionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make \ntheir concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Easland Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I thought Easland did a great job and would definitely recommend them for any type of demolition services!"
Garage Attachment Demo
House Demo
Shed Move
Gazebo Move
Shed Move

+67

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Veda4 PropertyGroup Inc.
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, attentive, perfectly done. I would hire for every job I will need done. It's a joy watching this young lady work."
Spring Time Yard & Garden Grind
Exterior home & property washing services
Yard, Berm or Garden Cleanups and Makeovers
Exterior home & property washing services
Yard, Berm or Garden Cleanups and Makeovers

+218

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Aztec Landscaping, LLC
4.2(
115
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very aware of the surroundings. fence and ornamental trees. Francis took his time to make sure the job was done right and neat. I will definitely hire him again. He also did wirk for my son and daughter."
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Old Lawn_ Front view (1)

+68

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Dan’s Dump Runs LLC
5.0(
125
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Preston, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan and his folks arrived as promised, and did the job quickly, efficiently, and courteously. I highly recommend this company."
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+4

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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