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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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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


JR Construction

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JR Construction

5.00(
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Super Service Award
4 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 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.

"I reached out on Tuesday looking for someone to seal my driveway. Bill from JR Construction contacted me immediately. He came out Wednesday morning to give us a quote. Then was back here on Thursday to complete the job. I am extremely happy with the quick turnaround and the reasonable price. I would highly recommend JR Construction. Gaye Bowers"

Gaye B on November 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"I reached out on Tuesday looking for someone to seal my driveway. Bill from JR Construction contacted me immediately. He came out Wednesday morning to give us a quote. Then was back here on Thursday to complete the job. I am extremely happy with the quick turnaround and the reasonable price. I would highly recommend JR Construction. Gaye Bowers"

Gaye B on November 2025


Deputy Earth Works

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Deputy Earth Works

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Deputy Earth Works is a locally owned company offering a diverse set of site work and land services for commercial and residential clients. Specializing in grading, sloping, gravel and stone driveways, drainage corrections, new lawn installs, and a variety of skid steer services.

"Jay from Deputy Earthworks did an amazing job digging behind the hvac system to get to the basement crawl space floor where water was seeping through. He repaired it inside the crawlspace and on the outside and then put all the dirt back in the hole he dug and replaced the stones. Jay did a superb job and was very No more water seepage. Thank you Hay for a A plus job!!reasonably priced. Hire Hat you will be extremely satisfied as I was. He goes above and beyond your expectations!!"

Janet G on April 2024

Deputy Earth Works is a locally owned company offering a diverse set of site work and land services for commercial and residential clients. Specializing in grading, sloping, gravel and stone driveways, drainage corrections, new lawn installs, and a variety of skid steer services.

"Jay from Deputy Earthworks did an amazing job digging behind the hvac system to get to the basement crawl space floor where water was seeping through. He repaired it inside the crawlspace and on the outside and then put all the dirt back in the hole he dug and replaced the stones. Jay did a superb job and was very No more water seepage. Thank you Hay for a A plus job!!reasonably priced. Hire Hat you will be extremely satisfied as I was. He goes above and beyond your expectations!!"

Janet G on April 2024


Rentz Excavation

5.00(
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Rentz Excavation

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Rentz Excavation strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"We canâ t say enough positive things about Joey and his work! He did our entire landscaping and it turned out gorgeous. Joey worked with us to help us choose plants that would work best with our soil. Joey also planted our grass on our property and it looks awesome. Our builder planted grass that never grew but Joey had grass growing in a few weeks!"

Sarah H on January 2024

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Rentz Excavation strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"We canâ t say enough positive things about Joey and his work! He did our entire landscaping and it turned out gorgeous. Joey worked with us to help us choose plants that would work best with our soil. Joey also planted our grass on our property and it looks awesome. Our builder planted grass that never grew but Joey had grass growing in a few weeks!"

Sarah H on January 2024


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JLR Earthworks

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JLR Earthworks

5.00(
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Work (yard grading) was scheduled and completed well ahead of expectation. Jeffrey (owner) met with us to fully understand what we desired be done and gave excellent recommendations to best meet our needs. He stated he would arrive at 0800 to commence work and he was right on schedule, had the correct equipment, and an experienced operator. Together, they completed the job within 2 hours and went above and beyond our quality expectations. We're very pleased with the outcome and professionalism of the JLR Earthworks team."

Tammie H on April 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Work (yard grading) was scheduled and completed well ahead of expectation. Jeffrey (owner) met with us to fully understand what we desired be done and gave excellent recommendations to best meet our needs. He stated he would arrive at 0800 to commence work and he was right on schedule, had the correct equipment, and an experienced operator. Together, they completed the job within 2 hours and went above and beyond our quality expectations. We're very pleased with the outcome and professionalism of the JLR Earthworks team."

Tammie H on April 2025


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Barnes Sitework

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Barnes Sitework

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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home business as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of excavation,grading,demolition,land clearing and hauling services We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Check and cash

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home business as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of excavation,grading,demolition,land clearing and hauling services We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Check and cash


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

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

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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


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Takats and Son Concrete LLC

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Takats and Son Concrete LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With experience dating back to the early 2000s, Takats & Son has been the go- to concrete specialists in our area! Meeting your needs in anything to do with stamped or broomed concrete driveways, walkways, patios, porches & so much more!! Residential and light commercial. We are a family owned business were we take pride in going the extra mile to make sure our customers are more than happy with the product they receive. Check out our services offered and call or check out our insta quote website to schedule a free estimate today!

"Andrew and Charlie the owners and there crew were great . They were very personable easy to work with and very explanatory .I am so pleased with the work that was done Andrew charlie and their crew worked very hard in 100 degree heat.i would highly recommend them and I will be using them again ."

Daniel K on August 2022

With experience dating back to the early 2000s, Takats & Son has been the go- to concrete specialists in our area! Meeting your needs in anything to do with stamped or broomed concrete driveways, walkways, patios, porches & so much more!! Residential and light commercial. We are a family owned business were we take pride in going the extra mile to make sure our customers are more than happy with the product they receive. Check out our services offered and call or check out our insta quote website to schedule a free estimate today!

"Andrew and Charlie the owners and there crew were great . They were very personable easy to work with and very explanatory .I am so pleased with the work that was done Andrew charlie and their crew worked very hard in 100 degree heat.i would highly recommend them and I will be using them again ."

Daniel K on August 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

The answer may vary based on where you live. Residential sewer lines are generally buried 5 feet to 6 feet under the ground. However, it's not uncommon to see pipes buried as deep as 8 feet in colder climates in order to ensure that piping is placed below the freeze line. Digging depth could impact your sewer line replacement cost.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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