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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 Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, 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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Estate Lawns & Gardens
4.1(
55
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ridgefield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Weiss Landscapes did a fantastic job! They had to replace rotted posts and quite a few rails on my fence. They did a wonderful job and it looks like new. Communication and customer service was A . The work was done on time and with great care. I highly recommend them!"
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Lawn Mowing
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Garden Work

+17

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for General Masonry
General Masonry
4.4(
64
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ridgefield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of the company, Andy and his crew are all talented craftsmen. They refaced our front porch with cobblestones and blue slate and the finished project looks incredible. They are professional and work was done in a timely manner. I highly recommend Andy and his team. We would hire them again!"
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+97

Response time3 days
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Solid Ground Solutions LLC
Solid Ground Solutions LLC
5.0(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Ridgefield, 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%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sunshine Environmental Services, Inc.
4.8(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ridgefield, 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
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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 Ridgefield, 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 Eight Lanes Lawn Service
Eight Lanes Lawn Service
4.3(
25
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Ridgefield, 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
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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.

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.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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