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Avatar for Brandywine Tree & Shrub
Brandywine Tree & Shrub
4.7(
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Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The 4-man team arrived on time and went to work! The tree was very awkward to reach and so a crane was used. Each man was skilled & professional. I was truly impressed — a thorough and safe job — a major effort, really well done -- in about 4 hours. I highly recommend Brandywine Tree & Shrub."
Chiptruck
stumpgrinder
Lawn Protection
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JR Construction
4.7(
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Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with the work Bill and his crew did. All were very pleasant and professional. They were able to do a final cleanup from over the winter, removing all sticks and leaves. Following that They weeded, raked, installed edging, applied and spread mulch. Did a final cleanup of the mulch, driveway and walk areas before leaving. Very happy with the job they did. I would recommend this company and I would hire them again."
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Deputy Earth Works
5.0(
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Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jay Deputy replaced tornado damaged fencing and posts around our barn. He also restored the paddock area bringing in soil and grading and seeding. He does excellent work at a fair price, is conscientious, attention to details, communicates well, is friendly, professional and personable. I highly recommend."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Barnes Sitework
New to Angi

Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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! \n\nCheck and cash

Response time1 day
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MJ Home Services LLC
4.0(
361
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Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went extremely well! They were punctual, hardworking and professional. It was necessary to dig up my neighbor's landscaping, so they were very careful to disturb only what was necessary and to restore everything to its original condition. They even replaced her broken underground downspout extension (which was draining into my basement!) without comment or additional charge. When my neighbor accused them of causing a problem, MJ was quick to respond and the team on-site made a point of apologizing to her in person. I don't think MJ caused the problem, so I was very impressed that they "went high" to investigate the matter and, as I said, apologize for the inconvenience she felt she suffered. The work they did inside to remove mold and seal the wall was thorough and neat. The gentleman doing the work cleaned up everything and took all of his equipment and trash with him. his is especially important since he was working with strong chemicals. My contact in the office was prompt to address anything I threw her way. It was easy to make payments online. Best of all - no sign of water in the basement since they were here!!"
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A-1 Eastern Shore Waterproofing
4.8(
6
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Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work done is wonderful, we had this put in last year and we've had no problems at all. We had a big storm here last week and everything was fine. It took us a while to find someone we trust, but we trusted Richard Legnaioli. Richard is just a wonderful person and is very pleasant to talk to. I personally would give him an A rating."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

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