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John James Excavating
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lynnfield, 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(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lynnfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"They removed the old asphalt, leveled the gravel underneath, added some more gravel, and laid 3â of asphalt in about 6 hours. They left the yard very neat."
Danvers
 rock-climbing walls
Danvers
 stone walls
Danvers

+15

Response time6 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Y & C Landscaping & Masonry
4.6(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lynnfield, MA and surrounding areas

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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%
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc.
4.4(
68
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lynnfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Zacarias to replace a very worn out gravel path in need of replacement with pavers. Rony was very helpful with the planning phase in listening to our needs and developing a quality project that incorporated what we wanted. The crew worked hard and in inclement weather to get the job done as discussed and planned. There was an issue that was due to a miscommunication with a contractor working on another project that abutted the path and Rony addressed the issue and made it right. We love the path and the costs were all clearly presented up front along with a very detailed plan for the work. The grass seed they planted which was a bonus they added in has grown some great grass, and the lighting they installed makes a huge difference."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+10

Response time12 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Edgar Landscaping and Construction
4.5(
104
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lynnfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great overall experience with Edgar Landscape! I would definitely recomend them and I will use them for future projects. Edgar was very responsive, offered me a great price for a White Vynil Fence and I LOVED how it came out. They were responsible, organize and communicative. I am planning on using them to do my patio (pavers) as well as level and put new grass in our backyard."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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