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Avatar for J.M. Landscaping
J.M. Landscaping
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"J.M. Landscaping inc. responded quickly to my request and provided a work estimate. They met the challenges of the job and completed it professionally. I would not hesitate to recommend them or to hire them again. Job well done and within my budget."
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+72

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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S.H. Dunford Construction & Excavation
4.9(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned cape cod business, owned and operated by native cape codder Sam Dunford. We have been in business since 2012 providing quality work at a competitive price. From septic systems and excavation, to landscape construction and hardscapes, S.H. Dunford is your one stop shop. Follow us on Facebook! Facebook.com/shdunford

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
4.9(
49
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am overly impressed with this company ! They responded very quickly to my request for an estimate. Their communication is amazing They actually were able to get me an estimate that evening and the estimate was very reasonable . I accepted the quote immediately and the tree was removed ina few days ( after the big storm ) . They work very well together and cleaned everything up when they were finished. I will definitely use them again !!"
Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Majick Landscaping
4.9(
40
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We were overwhelmed with downed trees during the July 2019 tornados. Neighbors had Marcos and his crew cleaning up their yard so we inquired about his service. Marcos gave us a decent and honest price-no gouging! His crew was non-stop-we had to keep asking them to take a break in the heat. Amazing! Then we had to have Marcos come back a month later for some "leaning" trees that need to come down. Again-great pricing-immediate service. Now, we wouldn't consider anyone else but Majick Landscaping!"
Side entry walkway
Back Patio
Front entry walkway
Response time2 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Prime Outdoor Living Inc.
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Prime Outdoor Living, we bring your property to life with custom carpentry, professional home improvements, and stunning outdoor living solutions. Proudly serving homeowners across Cape Cod, MA, we specialize in creating spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful.\n\nCustom Carpentry: From decks, staircases, and pergolas to intricate woodwork, we deliver exceptional craftsmanship tailored to your style.\nHome Improvements: Transform your interiors with expert renovations, updates, and remodeling projects designed to elevate your home?s value and appeal.\nPatios and Driveways: Enhance your outdoor space with beautifully designed stone patios and durable driveways that combine aesthetics with functionality.\n\nWhether you?re dreaming of a new patio, need a driveway upgrade, or want to revamp your home?s interiors, we are here to make it happen.\n\n

Kitchen Remodel
Trimming and Sidewall
Pergola
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Framming

+7

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Limelight Landscaping
4.7(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Patrick contacted me right away and came out to give me an estimate….on a Sunday! He carefully listened to what I was looking for, gave me a very reasonable price and we scheduled an appointment. Patrick and crew just finished up and they did a perfect job. They were meticulous, cleaning up as they went. Limelight will be our go to landscape company for our future projects. I will highly recommend them to friends and neighbors as well."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Victor Landscaping
4.9(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Victor Landscaping is by far the best in the mid Cape area. We have used him exclusively for two years now, for our spring cleanup / mulching, fall cleanup, and lawn mowing / landscaping. After several weeks last summer seeing our yard, our neighbors soon dropped their landscaping companies and switched to Victor as well. Couldn?t recommend more highly. Affordable, dependable, and always does an excellent job."
Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Andre Landscaping
4.4(
45
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Andre responded right away. He reviewed the tasks at hand and provided a very reasonable price. His attention to detail, courtesy and promptness assured me that I will call on him again. I recommend Andre Landscaping services. He offers many different services."
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Lawn Remedoling

+11

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

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