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London's Land Improvements
4.9(
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent customer service and excellent job! London responded quickly with a competitive estimate to remove a large metal shed from my property. The work was scheduled within a few weeks. The job was done carefully and quickly. I was impressed with the efficiency - from start to finish. They took care not to damage the grass with the equipment and thoroughly cleaned up the site."
Shed
Concrete removal
Spread of top soil
Final grade
1

+97

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brandywine Tree & Shrub
4.7(
96
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
Chiptruck
stumpgrinder
Lawn Protection
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Shorescapes
4.8(
68
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Communication through out the build was great. The final product exceeded our expectation and we are very happy with the end product. Beautiful deck done right! We will hire them again for our next outdoor project."
Bethany Beach
Sod install
Back yard paver walkway
drainage install
landscape

+59

Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JR Construction
4.7(
13
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.\n

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BLOOM FACILITY SOLUTIONS LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with Bloom Facility Solutions! They were professional, friendly, and did an amazing job cleaning my home. Everything looked and smelled fresh when they were finished, and you could tell they really paid attention to the little details. Communication was easy, they showed up on time, and the whole process was stress free. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable cleanup company and will be using them again."
Move-out Clean
Move-out Clean
Move-out Clean
Move-out Clean
Move-out Clean

+5

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Against The Grain Lawn Care
5.0(
1
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Against The Grain Lawn Care was started in 2021 on the belief that the lawn care industry needed a new focus-YOU. Everything we do focuses on how we can better serve and exceed client expectations.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Air Temp Solutions
4.7(
59
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They called to set up appt. and were very courteous and professional. The day of the service call they emailed and phone to see if we could do it earlier (as we were worried) and they met us to do the inspection. They were thorough and they determined it was not a sewer issue. The service call (reasonable priced) was well worth our peace of mind. They did NOT try to sell us extra services or inspections we didn't need. We'd call them again with an issue in a heartbeat. Highly recommended from a customer service perspective."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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MJ Home Services LLC
4.0(
361
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called MJ Homes Services to request mold testing at my residence. They responded to my request within in a 24 hour period. I received a quote promptly after the test was completed. I am so impressed with the services of this company."
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+9

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Rightway Waterproofing Co
4.4(
236
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Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A professional job from start to finish. Al and Don stepped me through the entire process before hand. I’ve had a few storms since then and thankfully not a drop in the basement."
Drilling weep holes
Crawlspace encapsulation
Severe mold problem
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

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