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Fox Excavating LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Chester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brent is a hands on business man and offers a professional excavating service that is unmatched in the area. Not only did Brent tackle a difficult project , he met the challenge by suggesting small changes in consultation with engineer and inspector to maximize grade and space . Fox excavation was a pleasure to work with . The project was completed within the stated time frame and updates were communicated daily during the installation . I would not hesitate to recommend Fox Excavating for your septic system installation or repair. Steven K. Nieminen Chester, Massachusetts"
Septic Tank Project
Septic Tank Project
Recycled asphalt millings parking lot
Septic Tank Project
Concrete pad

+14

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Dukes, LLC
3.9(
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Serving Chester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason did an excellent job power washing my roof in two locations. Informative, efficient, professional and courteous. The cost was very reasonable."
Ground crew
Logo
Truck and trailer
Haul away
logo 2

+36

Response time4 hrs
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Advanced Basement Waterproofing LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Chester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project.\nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer \nin a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Knell walls
Knee Walls
After
Before
Concrete Work

+1

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Hilltown Firewood and Services, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Chester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Needed brush and trees cleared he was able to do multiple acres of clearing in mere hours. Fantastic job, will be hiring him again shortly. -jake-"
Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Mossman Land Management
New to Angi

Serving Chester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

-Grading \n-Excavation\n-Drainage \n-Seeding\n-Material removal\n-Fencing \n\nWe work hard as a team to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. With a reliable and dedicated team, we look forward to working with you on your next project. All questions and or inquires are always welcome!\n\nWe specialize in grading, drainage, excavation, fencing, landscape design/ideas, and general lawn maintenance.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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