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Avatar for Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
4.8(
38
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Serving Douglas, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"For a 6000 sf lawn reconstruction from rocky excavation leftovers with 30 cy of loam. Marc fit me in next day. His equipment , skills, and attitude are top notch. In 5 hours he removed the bad excavated material, graded, prepped, and distributed the loam - ready to seed. He was excellent and very cost competitive."
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Lot Clearing/De-Stumping
Yard Drainage/Discharge system
Southbridge,MA

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry Plus
4.9(
20
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Serving Douglas, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"project: paver repair and regrout, point up brick front step and replace top step,and fireplace repair. brian and cory did a great job. cleaned up after and everything looks brand new. will rehire again."
Walkway - Worcester, MA
Walkway - Worcester, MA
Retaining wall with steps
Retaining wall with steps
Patio

+51

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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L2 Homes
5.0(
13
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Serving Douglas, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"NML Legacy was very responsive and quick to schedule. They prepared our space taking care of our belongings, completed the task start to finish and followed up to ensure we were pleased with the final result. Would recommend!"
Rubber Roof Install
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Complete Home Renovation

+8

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R Cox Enterprises
5.0(
5
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Serving Douglas, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From Perc Test to engineering and Installation of new septic system. The price was fair the installation went quickly. Ron even re seeded the area the new take was installed and the lawn grew in nicely! Very professional I would highly recommend this company to anyone in need of excavation or septic installation."
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Kevin Aulenbach Electrician
Kevin Aulenbach Electrician
5.0(
8
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Serving Douglas, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Generator would not start and if it did start, it would not run for long. Disassembled the carburetor, examined it and reassembled it. Engine starts and runs. All in his magic touch I guess. But I am very glad I now have a generator that runs since a storm is due to arrive within hours."
Home remodel
Home remodel
Home remodel
Home remodel
Home remodel

+30

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Total Contracting Solutions LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Douglas, 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%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evergreen Lawn Maintenance & Landscape Corp.
5.0(
3
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Serving Douglas, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The only negative would be that it took a while for the owner to get back to me with an estimate of how much it would cost. It took him just a little while, and the reason was he was so busy doing other jobs. The positives were: they were on time, finished on time, the job looked good, they were clean, the area they worked in was clean when they left. It looks good."
Sod Installation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation

+16

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pisano's Odd Jobs and Appliances
3.3(
47
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Serving Douglas, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was in desperate need for someone to connect my gas dryer for me & remove the old gas dyer. I rang Rick & told him what I needed, I sent him an email confirming all my information & within minutes Rick had answered & confirmed what time he would be at my home. Rick was courteous, on time & knowledgeable. Will definitely hire again."
Response time2 days
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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