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Avatar for Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

4.54(
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Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

4.54(
560
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
60 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is the company of choice for all your plumbing, heating and air conditioning repair and replacement needs. Our commitment is to you, our customer, and to provide you with outstanding plumbing and HVAC service. You can rest assured with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, 24-hour emergency service, solid warranty and highly trained technicians. Serving the Metro West, MA's service and installation needs. Fully Licensed in MA Plumbing and Gas Fitting. Lic# 30207. Universal EPA Certified & 410A Certified. Fully Insured. Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning offers a 5% senior discount on service repairs.

"Went very well and got more information than with other companies."

Susan H on April 2025

Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is the company of choice for all your plumbing, heating and air conditioning repair and replacement needs. Our commitment is to you, our customer, and to provide you with outstanding plumbing and HVAC service. You can rest assured with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, 24-hour emergency service, solid warranty and highly trained technicians. Serving the Metro West, MA's service and installation needs. Fully Licensed in MA Plumbing and Gas Fitting. Lic# 30207. Universal EPA Certified & 410A Certified. Fully Insured. Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning offers a 5% senior discount on service repairs.

"Went very well and got more information than with other companies."

Susan H on April 2025


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PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

5.00(
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PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

5.00(
17
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
22 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Thank you for visiting PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. We are your locally owned and operated utility and site prep specialists based in Franklin, MA. We service residential and commercial clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"We hired Prime Construction to update our outdoor space, including placing new stepping stones, redoing the pavers, and rebuilding the stairs leading to our pool area. Nick and Mike were professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail throughout the project. The stepping stones were placed evenly and with care, blending perfectly into the landscape. The pavers now look clean, level, and well-aligned, greatly improving the look and safety of the area. The rebuilt stairs are sturdy and beautifully finished, making the walk to the pool much more enjoyable. We’re very pleased with the results and would highly recommend them for any outdoor construction work! Thank you Prime Construction!"

Tom K on May 2025

Thank you for visiting PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. We are your locally owned and operated utility and site prep specialists based in Franklin, MA. We service residential and commercial clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"We hired Prime Construction to update our outdoor space, including placing new stepping stones, redoing the pavers, and rebuilding the stairs leading to our pool area. Nick and Mike were professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail throughout the project. The stepping stones were placed evenly and with care, blending perfectly into the landscape. The pavers now look clean, level, and well-aligned, greatly improving the look and safety of the area. The rebuilt stairs are sturdy and beautifully finished, making the walk to the pool much more enjoyable. We’re very pleased with the results and would highly recommend them for any outdoor construction work! Thank you Prime Construction!"

Tom K on May 2025


Barry Building Company, LLC

4.94(
8
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Barry Building Company, LLC

4.94(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

At Barry Building Company LLC , 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.

"Tim was great with communication and efficient with getting the job well done!"

Michael L on September 2024

At Barry Building Company LLC , 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.

"Tim was great with communication and efficient with getting the job well done!"

Michael L on September 2024


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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

5.00(
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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023


Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC

5.00(
1
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Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC

5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Welcome to Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC. We have been in business since 1989. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work, and the satisfaction of our customers. With our extensive experience, you can trust we'll get the job done right the first time, and in a timely manner. We look forward to earning your business. Call today!

"No comment."

Fox B on September 2015

Welcome to Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC. We have been in business since 1989. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work, and the satisfaction of our customers. With our extensive experience, you can trust we'll get the job done right the first time, and in a timely manner. We look forward to earning your business. Call today!

"No comment."

Fox B on September 2015


SCOTT CAFFREY PLUMBING

5.00(
5
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SCOTT CAFFREY PLUMBING

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
38 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Scott was prompt, professional, and very quality focused on his install of my replacement water heater. I called him at 6pm when I realized that my old water tank had let go and he was able to give me a quote and scheduled the work for the next day. By 2pm the next day I had hot water again! Good price too! Will be using his services in the future for sure. I could not recommend his services enough! Thanks Scott!"

Joe F on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Scott was prompt, professional, and very quality focused on his install of my replacement water heater. I called him at 6pm when I realized that my old water tank had let go and he was able to give me a quote and scheduled the work for the next day. By 2pm the next day I had hot water again! Good price too! Will be using his services in the future for sure. I could not recommend his services enough! Thanks Scott!"

Joe F on July 2025


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Eduardo's Construction & Paving

4.77(
57
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Eduardo's Construction & Paving

4.77(
57
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Customers say: True professional
201 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

We offer only the best quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize all phases of commercial and residential asphalt services. We are committed to quality work, outstanding results and are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"Got a great price for a driveway and work was performed in a very professional manner. Will hire this company again and send his information to others I know that could use his services."

William S on November 2025

We offer only the best quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize all phases of commercial and residential asphalt services. We are committed to quality work, outstanding results and are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"Got a great price for a driveway and work was performed in a very professional manner. Will hire this company again and send his information to others I know that could use his services."

William S on November 2025


Avatar for Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.

Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.

4.77(
166
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Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.

4.77(
166
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Customers say: True professional
47 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

We offer complete Landscape and Hardscape Design Solutions that improve your outdoor space and add value to your property. For Fence Installation, Paver Patios, Retaining Walls, Lawn Installation, Firepit Installation, and Outdoor Kitchens, DeAngele is your #1 choice for any Landscape Design Services. Discounts & Financing Options Available We offer discounts and financing plans (from third-party partners) to facilitate your payments. Call us today for more information!

"On time, listened well to my requests, spoke well about options, used seeds and blown in seed fertilizer with cellulose to protect the seeds."

Edward M on April 2024

We offer complete Landscape and Hardscape Design Solutions that improve your outdoor space and add value to your property. For Fence Installation, Paver Patios, Retaining Walls, Lawn Installation, Firepit Installation, and Outdoor Kitchens, DeAngele is your #1 choice for any Landscape Design Services. Discounts & Financing Options Available We offer discounts and financing plans (from third-party partners) to facilitate your payments. Call us today for more information!

"On time, listened well to my requests, spoke well about options, used seeds and blown in seed fertilizer with cellulose to protect the seeds."

Edward M on April 2024


Avatar for SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC

SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC

4.86(
73
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SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC

4.86(
73
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Sean Farrell Excavation, Inc. has been proudly serving Eastern Massachusetts as a foundation excavating specialist since 1998. Sean Farrell Excavation Inc. has a professional and highly trained staff in addition to top of the line equipment. We are locally owned, insured, bonded and fully licensed. **Not licensed to remove oil tanks from basements**

"We needed a new water pipe put in because the town would not change out our meter without it. Sean's crew did a great job and were very careful not to ruin my brick walkway. He just pulled out the old pipe and slid in the new one with disturbing the lawn or walkway, they fixed the sidewalk and swept up. Very efficient."

Nancy L on May 2025

Sean Farrell Excavation, Inc. has been proudly serving Eastern Massachusetts as a foundation excavating specialist since 1998. Sean Farrell Excavation Inc. has a professional and highly trained staff in addition to top of the line equipment. We are locally owned, insured, bonded and fully licensed. **Not licensed to remove oil tanks from basements**

"We needed a new water pipe put in because the town would not change out our meter without it. Sean's crew did a great job and were very careful not to ruin my brick walkway. He just pulled out the old pipe and slid in the new one with disturbing the lawn or walkway, they fixed the sidewalk and swept up. Very efficient."

Nancy L on May 2025


Avatar for Blue Costa Landscape and Construction, LLC

Blue Costa Landscape and Construction, LLC

4.94(
8
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Blue Costa Landscape and Construction, LLC

4.94(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your concrete and masonry and landscaping needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Blue Costa Landscape and Construction, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Blue Costa Landscape & Construction, LLC installed a concete border around a storage area and build a draining system in the backyard. We had an idea of what we wanted, but they had some good recommendations which significantly enhanced the overall project we had in mind."

Joop R on March 2024

With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your concrete and masonry and landscaping needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Blue Costa Landscape and Construction, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Blue Costa Landscape & Construction, LLC installed a concete border around a storage area and build a draining system in the backyard. We had an idea of what we wanted, but they had some good recommendations which significantly enhanced the overall project we had in mind."

Joop R on March 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

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