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Avatar for DMZ Landscaping & Masonry
DMZ Landscaping & Masonry
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"DMZ were quick to come out and offer a quote and were able to do the job quickly. The crew that did the work were thorough, friendly, responded to specific request I asked of them. Price was very fair. A very good experience."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mountainscapes Landscape Construction, LLC
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We enjoyed the owner Chris and his company who preformed an outstanding job installing a fiberglass pool we never realized how involved it is I believe Chris could have install it blindfolded we are so happy what a very professional company."
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools

+38

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Clearwater Contracting
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve been working with Clearwater Contracting for several years, and they’ve been fantastic every time. They’re reliable, knowledgeable, and very fair. It’s so nice to work with a team you can trust to get the job done right. We’ve always been happy with their work and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great excavation and septic installation company."
little helper
water line
shed move
Excavation
Excavation

+7

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AMD Masonry Projects, Inc.
4.6(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"AMD Masonry was hired to dig a trench and install piping and crushed rock to prevent further water damage to my basement. They did a fantastic job, were very professional and were very punctual. I could not have asked for a better job to be done. I will definitely hire them for any future projects I may have."
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Total Contracting Solutions LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Total Contracting had been amazing to work with for our major addition build. From the start they have been incredibly responsive anytime we have questions & so helping with the plans to build a new addition. I have now used them for both personal and business projects & would hire them again! I would recommend them to anyone!"
Four Season Addition
Four Season Addition
Four Season Addition
Four Season Addition
Four Season Addition

+5

Response time11 hrs
Response rate97%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

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