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John James Excavating
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Hamilton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John James was great! John came out , listened to what we wanted offered a few suggestions. It was over a month later when we were finally ready to have the work done and he was able to come out with a couple of days notice .He demolished the out building , graded and re-sloped our land laid down some fill. He gave us a reasonable price and did the job to expectations!. Great to work with!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EJ Lopez Landscape, Inc.
4.8(
86
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hamilton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you want absolute perfection on work done on your property, with the uttermost respect, hire this company. EJ and his crew were here for eight hours, yes, eight hours cutting and trimming all the arborvitae and bushes on our property. There was not one bit of debris left behind after they cleaned up. You want top shelf service? Call them, you will not be disappointed. If you need anymore information, have Home Advisor get in touch with us, we will be more than glad to help you with any questions you might have. Jan and Rick Penney, Lynn, Ma"
Danvers
 rock-climbing walls
Danvers
 stone walls
Danvers

+15

Response time6 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Elmer's Landscaping and Construction
4.9(
76
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hamilton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, Elmer's Landscaping and Construction, will exceed your expectations. With years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you.

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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
35
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hamilton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Starling was polite and kept me well informed and the team was here earlier than expected. However, the team did a subpar job. Fall cleanup usually means; pickup leaves and yard debris and quickly mow the lawn for the winter. All they did was pick up the leaves. Debris from trees and shrubs were just moved to three different piles and left here. Left our yard items (chairs, small table, etc.) in disarray. Needless to say there was no mowing. Yard obviously looks better without a bunch of leaves, but the work was definitely not complete and I had to do half of it anyway. Will not hire again."
New walkway, sidding,driveway design
Design
Raised patio
Patio
Design

+20

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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 Hamilton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive, professional and did an excellent job. Scope included connecting water runoff from house, trenching a drain pipe away from the house, installing materials to spec and accommodated a late request for us to remove shrubs in the way to prep for spring flowers. Highly recommend and will work with again."
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation

+126

Response time9 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc.
4.4(
68
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hamilton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn’t be more impressed with the crew. I fully expected them to need a heavy crane for this job, but they expertly climbed up and took the tree down systematically, branch by branch. Their level of precision and care was incredible—they made sure every single branch came down safely, completely protecting all of our surrounding decorative trees without a scratch. Meticulous, professional, and hardworking from start to finish. A job wonderfully done!"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+10

Response time12 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Smithtown Landworks
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hamilton, 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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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