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Avatar for SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
4.6(
84
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean Farrell Excavation Inc. did an excellent job installing a driveway drainage system at my home. The quality of the materials was commendable, and Michael and the project team executed the work very effectively from start to finish. The team's clear expertise showed through. I highly recommend Sean Farrell Excavation Inc.!"
Basement dig out
Equipment ready
Typical sewer pipe installation ready for backfill
Foundation dig out - ready for forms and concrete pour.
Additional Photos

+3

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentlemen were very polite, explained what they were going to do and how they could use a substance to ameliorate the smell of oil that would be present as the old tank was cut apart to be removed. They warned me about the noise involved in cutting apart the old tank. They thoroughly swept up the floor and cleaned up the area before departing. They were efficient and professional.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Madison Floral & Landscape Solutions
Madison Floral & Landscape Solutions
5.0(
22
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Our project included a spring clean-up, garden edging, the replacement of patio jointing compound, as well as the addition of loam, seed, mulch, and gravel. We are very pleased with the work completed on our property. Edison is a consummate professional. He offered multiple helpful suggestions to improve the appearance and functionality of our property. Would definitely recommend his company to others."
Madison Floral
Madison Floral
Madison Floral
Madison Floral
Madison Floral

+10

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ENTECH-Environmental Technicians
4.8(
276
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ENTECH did an oil tank removal for me which is a multi step process with the town and EPA and heavy equipment. It was buried in my front lawn with plantings all around it and oil left in the tank. In the middle, covid 19 shut down the procedure for two months. They handled all the paperwork and headaches. They couldn t have done a more professional job. They did a perfect job of staging the excavation so there was no damage to lawn and plantings. They handled all the delays, rescheduling, and paperwork. They kept their very fair price. I think ENTECH is probably the best contractor I ever hired."
 Tight area
 exposing the tank
 Concrete Driveway
 Breaking Ground
 getting ready to dig

+52

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Outdoorx, LLC
Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
34
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Starling was polite and kept me well informed and the team was here earlier than expected. However, the team did a subpar job. Fall cleanup usually means; pickup leaves and yard debris and quickly mow the lawn for the winter. All they did was pick up the leaves. Debris from trees and shrubs were just moved to three different piles and left here. Left our yard items (chairs, small table, etc.) in disarray. Needless to say there was no mowing. Yard obviously looks better without a bunch of leaves, but the work was definitely not complete and I had to do half of it anyway. Will not hire again."
New walkway, sidding,driveway design
Design
Raised patio
Patio
Design

+20

Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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WS Builders Corp
4.1(
69
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WS builders did a great job renovating my house. The price was fair and they finish the job on time. I really recommend this company."
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Edgar Landscaping and Construction
Edgar Landscaping and Construction
4.5(
104
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job installing fence. I was on vacation when they came over and took down old fence and installed new one. When I came home, you wouldn’t know someone had been here except for the new fence. Yard was cleaner than I left it. Very satisfied customer"
My jobs
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Bond-Tite Tank Service
Bond-Tite Tank Service
4.9(
49
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Good, fast service, Just one miner problem, did not put skirting back and left large space that needs to be fixed. Told them of the problem and said they would get back to me. 4 days later they came back and fixed the problem."
275Gal Replacement
Roth Tank Upgrade
The Oil Tank Professionals!
Got Tanks?
18May2021

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for StoneWall Landscapes
StoneWall Landscapes
4.8(
86
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We live atop a steep hill in Coolidge Corner. We purchased our home in 2019, and the home originally had a back deck that was in disrepair. We initially thought that a patio was out of our budget but Jerry worked with us in getting a paver patio within budget. Because of that, Stonewall Landscapes was able to do a complete overhaul of our property. This included adding tiers and landscaping to our front hill, designing a side path, and installing a paver patio, retaining wall, lawn/garden, and privacy fencing in our back yard. We are beyond thrilled with their work. Jerry worked with us in figuring out what we wanted our front hill and backyard to look like in terms of landscaping, and Jerry incorporated our ideas when selecting which plants/trees/shrubs to plant. Jerry is incredibly detailed-oriented, and his team is professional and efficient. They were here before 8am every day and worked 6 days a week to finish our project in about 3 weeks. At the end of each day, the team made sure that the work area was neat and clean before they left for the day. They were ahead of schedule and on budget. We have had multiple neighbors stop us to complement their work. We couldnâ t be happier with their work. My wife is meticulous herself and could not find a fault with the work from Jerry and his team. This was one of the most positive experiences we have had with a contractor. We highly recommend Jerry and his outstanding crew."
Seat Bench & Firepit
Masonry Construction
patio
Masonry Construction
Natural Stone  Patio with Enclosed BBQ Grill

+70

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Simple Greens Landscaping, LLC
Simple Greens Landscaping, LLC
4.7(
19
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING takes pride in providing quality landscape services to Greater Boston and the North Shore. Our services range from custom landscape design and installation, to reliable, budget friendly landscape maintenance. Whether your landscape needs are large or small, Simple Greens Landscaping is equal to the task.\n\nOur mission is to provide our customers with the highest quality landscape services available. Our attention to detail and commitment to customer service and satisfaction makes SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING the last company you will ever need.

Blue Stone Patio - with Custom Kitchen
Retaining wall - Patio
Paver Driveway - Landscape design
Custom Outdoor Kitchen
Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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