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Avatar for Travers Landscape Construction Engineering & Weatherstone Restoration, LLC
Travers Landscape Construction Engineering & Weatherstone Restoration, LLC
4.6(
356
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1910

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I originally hired Travers to remove an old pool that was in disrepair when I bought my house. From there I tacked on other projects including tree removal, brush/overgrowth clearing, and regrading and seeding. Each project came out exceptional. Travers will be my first call if I need more work done in the future."
Total Restoration/Retaining Wall
Demolition
Demolition
Demolition
Tree

+31

Response time8 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Avatar for DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
4.9(
47
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Desouza Landscaping and Tree Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
Patio project
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Avatar for S.H. Dunford Construction & Excavation
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 Forestdale, 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

Projects
Projects
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for EcoHaul MA LLC
EcoHaul MA LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, would definitely use them again. They managed to get two very large and heavy sofas out of our family room and hauled them away."
Basement Cleanout
Basement Cleanout
Basement Cleanout
Basement Cleanout
Basement Cleanout

+7

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Asphalt Solutions Enterprises
4.5(
51
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drew and team did a great job of taking our vision and creating a beautiful walkway and driveway. They kept us informed of the progress and provided update pictures throughout the process. The work was done on time and within scope. Thank you Drew."
Our work
Response time3 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Andre Landscaping
4.4(
44
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forestdale, 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."
Lawn Remedoling
Lawn Remedoling
Lawn Remedoling
Lawn Remedoling
Lawn Remedoling

+11

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JTC Contractors
2.8(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John communicated very well during the whole job and always asked if we were happy. He has the skill and ability to do the level of detail a custom deck requires. He and his crew were always here when they said they would be and they finished the job on time. My new composite deck looks great and we would definitely hire this pro again. The neighbors watched what he can do and have also asked John to price their home improvement projects."
septics and site work
new septic
setting tanks
gear
new leachfield

+1

Response time5 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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L.N Magalhaes & Co.
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We are very happy with Luiz and his crew They removed many large trees to start the project and designed a beautiful outdoor area, we had LN Magalhaes install a blue stone patio, with a seating wall and an outdoor fireplace. We highly recommend these guys they are so easy to work with, very honest and fair, the crew was very polite and professional"
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CAPE HOME LANDSCAPING INC
3.4(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At El Zorro Landscaping & Masonry Inc, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote!\n

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

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.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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.

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