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Avatar for S.H. Dunford Construction & Excavation
S.H. Dunford Construction & Excavation
4.9(
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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

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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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DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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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 !!"
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Asphalt Solutions Enterprises
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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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."
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Response time3 days
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Andre Landscaping
4.4(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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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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Response time1 day
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AP Star Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

AP Star Construction is a reliable and professional company serving Cape Cod, MA. We specialize in all types of carpentry and construction work, including deck framing, fence installation, trim work, siding, and general home improvements.\n\nWe take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship, attention to detail, and dependable service on every project. Whether it’s a small repair or a larger project, we are committed to getting the job done right.\n\nLicensed and insured. Free estimates.

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JTC Contractors
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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

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In business since 2009

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Warranties offered

"When he said he would do the work on such a day, it was done that day. I plan on discussing further work on my deck with him."
septics and site work
new septic
setting tanks
gear
new leachfield

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Response time5 days
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CAPE HOME LANDSCAPING INC
3.5(
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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

"We needed a rental property cleaned up, including removing a large pile of yard waste, weeding, edging, mulching, mowing, and weed wacking. Junior was polite, but it took a month from the time we gave a cash deposit for the work to be done, and after scheduling start dates several times and not showing up - and not letting us know. So we spent time, several times, waiting at the property for him. The language barrier also made things difficult. Also, we should have updated the quote; a misunderstanding about a verbal change caused confusion. If he had been present while the work was being done some of this might have been avoided. Still, they did a good job in a timely way and left the property very tidy."
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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

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Such great attention to detail, Very nice workers, great pricing, defense would recommend"
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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