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Avatar for D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.5(
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Serving Lowell, 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!!"
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+8

Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flowers Garden Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a bunch of projects that were piling up and this team was able to take care of all of them in one day with the skills to take care of everything. And their pricing was so fair will make it easy for us to hire them again. I highly recommend them!"
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearwater Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve been working with Clearwater Contracting for several years, and they’ve been fantastic every time. They’re reliable, knowledgeable, and very fair. It’s so nice to work with a team you can trust to get the job done right. We’ve always been happy with their work and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great excavation and septic installation company."
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water line
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Excavation

+7

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AMD Masonry Projects, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was extremely satisfied with the quickness of responding to my inquire for quote. Upon meeting Jose he impressed me with his willingness to explain my options, he patiently listened to my concerns and answered all my questions regarding a huge issue regarding a previous contractor, which Jose assured me they would be able to correct. Upon agreeing to a price, he and his foreman visited the following day to review the plans and the crew arrived two (2) days later. During the project there were a couple of small hiccups however there were quickly addressed and resolved. Through the entire process from getting the quote to completion Jose always made himself available. Another amazing fact is, the project was completed AHEAD of schedule only because the crew worked tirelessly. I have one more project next year and Jose and his crew are the people I will depend on to get it done correctly."
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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StrongBack Systems
4.9(
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Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"StrongBack Systems provided the service I asked for and went above it. Quick, excellent job with a starting quote to be leading the competition. Highly recommended!"
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+59

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bentley's Stoneworks
4.2(
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Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Barry and Daryl did excellent work repairing a stone wall to look professional. We are extremely satisfied with the job and would recommend them to others. Even placed the excess stones on property so it looked nice. Thanks again guys"
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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. 

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.

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

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