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Estate Lawns & Gardens
4.1(
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Serving Redding, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Estate Lawns and Gardens provided excellent service in removing fallen trees from my property. They responded quickly to all of my questions and provided a very competitive price quotation for the job. All of their representatives were polite, friendly, and hard working. I will definitely use them again if the need arises."
Lawn Mowing
Lawn Mowing
Lawn Mowing
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Garden Work

+17

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Leonard's Masonry Service, LLC
5.0(
36
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Serving Redding, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Solid Ground Solutions LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Redding, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick to respond to inquiries about the nature of the work needed. Friendly and communicative, fairly priced, work was done quickly and well. We were grateful to have found this company and worked with them. (Work type = underground electrical conduit and excavation.)"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sunshine Environmental Services, Inc.
4.8(
7
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Serving Redding, 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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MRO Landscaping
4.6(
10
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Serving Redding, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was looking for a company to help with some maintenance and ended up getting amazing customer service. Nicky was super efficient and honestly went above and beyond. They handle lawn mowing, snow plowing, maintenance, and even masonry. I’d definitely recommend them."
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+5

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AA Outdoor Services, LLC
3.9(
33
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Serving Redding, 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."
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Step repair (West Haven)
Step repair (West Haven)

+61

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eight Lanes Lawn Service
4.3(
25
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Serving Redding, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A had a great experience with Eight Lanes Lawn Service. My yard needed a lot of cleanup, and they came out the same day I called for a quote. The quote they gave was much lower than any other I had gotten, and they were even able to come out the very next day to do the work. The crew was meticulous and did an amazing job. Great value for and excellent customer service, I will definitely be reaching out again in the future. I would highly recommend them!"
Response time12 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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B&F Tree Removal Experts, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Redding, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I would recommend B&F Tree Removal. The crew were courteous and skilled at their job. They were also helpful and picked up some fallen tree branches that Were not included in my deal with B&F. My communications with Fredy at B&F were easy and Fredy was responsive and helpful."
Tree removal
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

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