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Avatar for C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Gloucester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C2G was excellent during the entire process. they had a quote to my in less than 24 hours and promptly answered my questions when I called them. Once I selected them they were able to schedule the job just a few days out and I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome. The two workers who did the job were knowledgeable and respectful. In over 20 years of home ownership I would have to say this was the best experience I ever had with a home contractor."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Y & C Landscaping & Masonry
Y & C Landscaping & Masonry
4.6(
57
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gloucester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Y&C landscaping did several projects in my yard such ans installed a fence, repaired a fence, build a timber playground area using wood chips . They also are replacing sprinkler heads that needed to be moved due to the project. The entire crew was hard-working, respectful and neat. The price was very fair and I am already considering them for a project for next year. Highly recommend."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for UAM Landscaping
UAM Landscaping
4.8(
89
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Gloucester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They responded to my request to look at my project immediately, and came to my house the same day to look at the job. They were able to do my project within 2 days, after I spoke to him. it wasnâ  t a huge project but it was urgent because I had water leaking into my basement from the rain. They Excavated around a cinderblock foundation, put on waterproofing on the cinderblock in the same day, they came back the next morning (Christmas Eve!) And backfilled the dirt and finished in a couple hours. They cleaned up everything beautifully when they were done. They did a Great job, and I couldnâ  t be happier with him. I well definitely use them again, and I would highly recommend them!"
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation

+126

Response time9 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Edgar Landscaping and Construction
Edgar Landscaping and Construction
4.4(
105
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gloucester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job installing fence. I was on vacation when they came over and took down old fence and installed new one. When I came home, you wouldn’t know someone had been here except for the new fence. Yard was cleaner than I left it. Very satisfied customer"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.5(
39
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gloucester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Diego and his crew did a great job! This was a large 1,200 square foot patio area renovation that included a paver patio, pea gravel patio, grass (sod), cobblestones and a new privacy fence. I then hired him to mulch the property (20 yards). He came when he said he would, cleaned up and got the whole project done in a little over a week. Highly recommend!!"
Maintenance
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance

+8

Response time3 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Smithtown Landworks
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Gloucester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Matt to prepare a site for a shed we have ordered. He replied promptly for a request for an estimate. He explained what needed to be done and gave me a fixed date when he could do the work. Throughout the project, he kept me apprised of the progress and explained the choices that needed to be made. I was impressed with the care with which he approached every aspect of the project. Just a great guy to work with."
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Annisquam Landcare, Inc.
Annisquam Landcare, Inc.
4.3(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Gloucester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I found this company arrived on time for original meeting, Their knowledge of what I needed was helpful and had good suggestions. When the date to start the job came, it was done on time and came out better than I had hoped for. I was very pleased using them and highly recommend them."
Renovation
 stream and pond
Renovation
 pond
 wall and pond

+8

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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