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Avatar for Bourke Remodeling and Home Improvements
Bourke Remodeling and Home Improvements
4.9(
35
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bourke Remodeling has worked with us on several projects, the major one being a kitchen remodel and a masonry rebuild and roofing a new shed. They did a great job and we were so pleased with the entire experience. In spite of our own sometimes fickle process and requests, Erick and Tom worked with us in a cheerful, patient and expert way and with great skill to achieve the kitchen we were envisioning. The whole process was fun, enriching and resulted in a kitchen that precisely fits what we envisioned--an updated kitchen that retained its original character while making it new again. We smile every time we enter it. Thank you so much Erick and Tom for your patience and professionalism."
Repaired deck-after
Repaired deck-after
Repaired deck- before
Repaired deck- before
Kitchen remodel

+40

Response time2 days
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for GMD Excavation
GMD Excavation
5.0(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Milton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"So here’s my experience with GMD Excavation. Quick response to the post. Gary came out to give us a quote. I a very large backyard. We decided to go with him because he had a better rate than the competition. He did a awesome job. I loved the fact that he left my back yard clean despite him having to dig and remove about 9 large tree stumps. I would most definitely recommend him and his company to anyone that needs excavation and grading done. Great job!!!! And thank you :)"
braintree job
braintree job
sod installation
new install
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+33

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
4.3(
218
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I reached out to the DeAngele Landscape & Construction Company to install a stone veneer and fire pit in my backyard. They charged reasonable prices for the services and completed them on time."
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Kitchen
Stainless Steel Sink
Single Side Burner
Stair

+12

Response time2 days
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%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 Milton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Diego told me last November he would be here at the beginning of this season and he kept his word. He designed a walkway and veneer for the front of my house that I could not have imagined. The landscaping ideas and suggestions were right on target. His team is respectful and hard working and I recommend them highly. The job exceeded my expectations!"
Maintenance
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance

+8

Response time3 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Vcoelho General Services
4.4(
59
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I had a great experience using Vcoelho General svc They gave me the best quote. The communication was easy and timely. Job was done on time and my new fence looks awesome. Thanks for the work! Would definitely recommend"
Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
TMP Property Maintenance
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Milton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tyler and Dan with TMP Property Maintenance do not mess around. They worked with me to decide on a renovation strategy that saved me money from what I originally had in mind. A service, will work with them again and refer them to others."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

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. 

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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