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"Smooth removal of very large trees. Closed the street and used cherry picker to take the top out without damaging other trees. Great customer service."

Mary M on August 2020

The expert team with cutting edge equipment makes Brandywine Tree & Shrub your best resource for affordable tree removal and maintenance.

"Smooth removal of very large trees. Closed the street and used cherry picker to take the top out without damaging other trees. Great customer service."

Mary M on August 2020


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Stable Works LLC

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Stable Works LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Why Choose Stable Works? Quality Craftmanship, Transparent Pricing and 3D Designs. The Stable Works Difference. ​​​ Our Seasoned Experts At Stable Works Are Prepared To Step In With Over Thirty-Five Years Of Quality Craftsmanship. Interior | Exterior | Commercial | Design ​Licensed & Insured HIC # 13VH12478700 Project Tracking Software 3D Designs on Projects 0% APR Financing Free In-Person Estimates High Quality Craftsmanship. We're known for delivering exceptional results. Our expertise put us in a position to complete High-End Home Improvement Projects and Commercial Construction Projects in NJ & PA. We've made construction projects simple by capitalizing on Project Tracking Software, 3D Design Software, Quality Craftsmanship and listening to your needs.

"I have had serveral remolding project. Being a single female I never felt comfortable and sometimes they took shortcuts. The Stableworks crew was extremely professional and explained each part of the process. I recommend this company highly."

Sandra W on February 2025

Why Choose Stable Works? Quality Craftmanship, Transparent Pricing and 3D Designs. The Stable Works Difference. ​​​ Our Seasoned Experts At Stable Works Are Prepared To Step In With Over Thirty-Five Years Of Quality Craftsmanship. Interior | Exterior | Commercial | Design ​Licensed & Insured HIC # 13VH12478700 Project Tracking Software 3D Designs on Projects 0% APR Financing Free In-Person Estimates High Quality Craftsmanship. We're known for delivering exceptional results. Our expertise put us in a position to complete High-End Home Improvement Projects and Commercial Construction Projects in NJ & PA. We've made construction projects simple by capitalizing on Project Tracking Software, 3D Design Software, Quality Craftsmanship and listening to your needs.

"I have had serveral remolding project. Being a single female I never felt comfortable and sometimes they took shortcuts. The Stableworks crew was extremely professional and explained each part of the process. I recommend this company highly."

Sandra W on February 2025


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Hustle Construction

4.86(
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Hustle Construction

4.86(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 years of experience

Welcome to Hustle Construction where we pride ourselves on our customer service and professional work. In business since 1985 with years of experience. We Do not offer dumpster services, just discarding of items. We have a MINIMUM of $250 for all services. Give us a call today and we will be happy to give you a free estimate!

"I hired Hustle Construction to help clean up my mom and dad’s property that had years of rocks, bricks, railroad ties, cinderblocks, and other debris piled up. I put an RFP on Angi, and Chris from Hustle responded quickly with a really fair bid. He kept in touch, showed up when he said he would, and brought his crew who worked super hard. They knocked the job out of the park! Honestly, I think the cleanup was a bit bigger than they expected, but Chris stuck to his price, which I really appreciated. I even gave them a little extra tip because they worked like a bunch of oxen. All in all, I’m very happy with how everything turned out. I’d gladly hire Hustle Construction again and definitely recommend them to anyone who needs honest, hardworking folks to get the job done right."

Michael F on August 2025

Welcome to Hustle Construction where we pride ourselves on our customer service and professional work. In business since 1985 with years of experience. We Do not offer dumpster services, just discarding of items. We have a MINIMUM of $250 for all services. Give us a call today and we will be happy to give you a free estimate!

"I hired Hustle Construction to help clean up my mom and dad’s property that had years of rocks, bricks, railroad ties, cinderblocks, and other debris piled up. I put an RFP on Angi, and Chris from Hustle responded quickly with a really fair bid. He kept in touch, showed up when he said he would, and brought his crew who worked super hard. They knocked the job out of the park! Honestly, I think the cleanup was a bit bigger than they expected, but Chris stuck to his price, which I really appreciated. I even gave them a little extra tip because they worked like a bunch of oxen. All in all, I’m very happy with how everything turned out. I’d gladly hire Hustle Construction again and definitely recommend them to anyone who needs honest, hardworking folks to get the job done right."

Michael F on August 2025


DDC Property Maintenance LLC

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DDC Property Maintenance LLC

4.75(
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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 13 years experience in the excavation industry, DDC Excavation is your industry expert in Earleville. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"DDC was hired to clear and grade a building site. Exceeded my expectations. Was on time and done before schedule. After building was erected the team was back to finish grade, seed and straw, and repair rock lane. Would and have recommended DDC for any earth moving job. "

Justin S on September 2025

With over 13 years experience in the excavation industry, DDC Excavation is your industry expert in Earleville. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"DDC was hired to clear and grade a building site. Exceeded my expectations. Was on time and done before schedule. After building was erected the team was back to finish grade, seed and straw, and repair rock lane. Would and have recommended DDC for any earth moving job. "

Justin S on September 2025


Joe's All Around Service

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Joe's All Around Service

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Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Joe's All Around Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Joe's All Around Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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Restored Property Maintenance LLC

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Restored Property Maintenance LLC

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15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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PA Tank

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PA Tank

4.98(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

* Oil Tank & Boiler Removal * Oil Tank Replacement / Installation * Central Heating System Demolition * Residential and Commercial * LICENSED * LOW RATES * Excellent References * Special contractor rates * Reliable, Efficient & Friendly! * CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

"Called them. Booked an appointment. They arrived as schedule on time. They removed the old tank and cleaned up nicely. Smooth all the way around. Clean. And Professional. I used them on a recommendation from someone else. A++."

Phillip K on November 2020

* Oil Tank & Boiler Removal * Oil Tank Replacement / Installation * Central Heating System Demolition * Residential and Commercial * LICENSED * LOW RATES * Excellent References * Special contractor rates * Reliable, Efficient & Friendly! * CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

"Called them. Booked an appointment. They arrived as schedule on time. They removed the old tank and cleaned up nicely. Smooth all the way around. Clean. And Professional. I used them on a recommendation from someone else. A++."

Phillip K on November 2020


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The Davey Tree Expert Company

4.88(
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The Davey Tree Expert Company

4.88(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Call today for a free consultation. Our team of certified arborists provides expert tree services, trimming, removals, insect and disease prevention and more. All Davey Tree specialists are licensed, bonded and insured and committed to personalized client service and accomplishing your property goals. Contact us today to get started! HIC #PA012580

"The team arrived on time and went right to work, did a nice job, and left the front lawn clear of any debris. They came back a week or two later to remove two stumps. Though I had an additional shrub removed rather than just trimmed, the estimate was the same amount I paid. My only issue was scheduling the work to be done. Once I signed and returned the contract, I was told it would be a couple of weeks. I didn’t hear anything in two weeks, so I called and left messages two or three times before emailing and getting a reply that the work was scheduled."

Sharon M on October 2018

Call today for a free consultation. Our team of certified arborists provides expert tree services, trimming, removals, insect and disease prevention and more. All Davey Tree specialists are licensed, bonded and insured and committed to personalized client service and accomplishing your property goals. Contact us today to get started! HIC #PA012580

"The team arrived on time and went right to work, did a nice job, and left the front lawn clear of any debris. They came back a week or two later to remove two stumps. Though I had an additional shrub removed rather than just trimmed, the estimate was the same amount I paid. My only issue was scheduling the work to be done. Once I signed and returned the contract, I was told it would be a couple of weeks. I didn’t hear anything in two weeks, so I called and left messages two or three times before emailing and getting a reply that the work was scheduled."

Sharon M on October 2018


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Basement Pros Inc-Basement Waterproofing, Crawlspace Conditioning, and Mold Remediation

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Basement Pros Inc-Basement Waterproofing, Crawlspace Conditioning, and Mold Remediation

4.82(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

4-Time Super Service Award Winner! Full Service Basement Waterproofing, Crawlspace Conditioning, and Mold Remediation. Family owned & operated. No subcontractors. No commissioned sales people. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. May contact by email. Ask about Angie’s list discount. Interior & Exterior Drainage Systems, Crack Repairs, Mold & Mildew Removal- Mold exterm, Parging, Crawlspaces, Sump Pumps & Emergency Battery Backup Systems, Waterproof Coatings, Wall Panels, Structural Foundation Repairs, Window Well Leak Repairs, Concrete Flat Work & Home Ventilation

"I am happy with the finished product and with the company. Lot of hard work was performed! The workers maintained a courteous and professional manor during the entire project. Pricing was reasonable!"

Mike D on October 2019

4-Time Super Service Award Winner! Full Service Basement Waterproofing, Crawlspace Conditioning, and Mold Remediation. Family owned & operated. No subcontractors. No commissioned sales people. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. May contact by email. Ask about Angie’s list discount. Interior & Exterior Drainage Systems, Crack Repairs, Mold & Mildew Removal- Mold exterm, Parging, Crawlspaces, Sump Pumps & Emergency Battery Backup Systems, Waterproof Coatings, Wall Panels, Structural Foundation Repairs, Window Well Leak Repairs, Concrete Flat Work & Home Ventilation

"I am happy with the finished product and with the company. Lot of hard work was performed! The workers maintained a courteous and professional manor during the entire project. Pricing was reasonable!"

Mike D on October 2019


John Elliott General Contractor

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John Elliott General Contractor

4.83(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

If you're serious about wanting a quality project done right the first time call John directly at 484-995-8385. We are a small family owned and operated business designed to be the last contractor our customers ever call. Specializing in almost all areas of design, construction and maintenance we pride ourselves in the quality of our work and the services we provide. It is our mission to have our customers happy to see us, and even happier when the job is complete. There is no job to big or small so that we can provide the ease of a one call solution to any residential problem or dream.

"John and his son, Brian, did an excellent job of replacing our tub and old shower with a beautiful tiled walk-in shower with glass doors. John has completed other projects in the past for us and has never disappointed. Excellent craftmanship, communication skills, and a desire to accommodate make working with John a pleasure."

Richard C on August 2022

If you're serious about wanting a quality project done right the first time call John directly at 484-995-8385. We are a small family owned and operated business designed to be the last contractor our customers ever call. Specializing in almost all areas of design, construction and maintenance we pride ourselves in the quality of our work and the services we provide. It is our mission to have our customers happy to see us, and even happier when the job is complete. There is no job to big or small so that we can provide the ease of a one call solution to any residential problem or dream.

"John and his son, Brian, did an excellent job of replacing our tub and old shower with a beautiful tiled walk-in shower with glass doors. John has completed other projects in the past for us and has never disappointed. Excellent craftmanship, communication skills, and a desire to accommodate make working with John a pleasure."

Richard C on August 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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.

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