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Trust Landscaping and Tree Care
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Minor came and gave a free estimate and when he returned a few days later, he was prompt and very professional. When the job was complete he removed all the debris and trucked it away and he left it cleaner than it was before."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Junior's Landscaping
4.7(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding job done by juniors landscaping. Highly recommended"
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+47

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Diego and his crew did a great job! This was a large 1,200 square foot patio area renovation that included a paver patio, pea gravel patio, grass (sod), cobblestones and a new privacy fence. I then hired him to mulch the property (20 yards). He came when he said he would, cleaned up and got the whole project done in a little over a week. Highly recommend!!"
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Response time3 days
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Smithtown Landworks
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I posted on Angi and Matt responded immediately and was friendly and professional. He made an access entry from the original basement wall into my addition. There was little to no cleanup for me after! Job well done to Matt and Dickie. I highly recommend Smithtown Landworks."
Response time5 hrs
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Roadway Excavators Inc.
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Bradford, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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Offers commercial services

"Replaced leech field- he did an excellent job removing my old leech field and replacing it with a better system. From the time I entered the job in homeadvisor (approx 8am) I was called back before noon. We scheduled a site review later that day. From the time I selected Roadway, there was constant progress. Even when the permits were in progress, they were in constant contact to let me know what was going on. When the permits were in order, they worked nonstop until the job was done. Their work was excellent, prompt and neat. Highly recommend."
Response time6 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We're a hardworking independent local team that takes pride in providing reliable, affordable home improvement and property maintenance services. We believe in showing up on time, communicating clearly, treating every home with respect, and leaving every job cleaner than we found it.\n\nWhether you need help with furniture assembly, painting, lawn care, general handyman projects, cleaning, or home maintenance, we have experienced team members ready to help. For projects that require licensed electrical work, we work with a licensed electrician to ensure the job is completed safely and professionally.\nOur goal is simple: quality work, fair pricing, and satisfied customers. We understand your time is valuable, so we work efficiently while paying attention to the details that matter.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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