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Dukes Waste Management & More

4.25(
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Dukes Waste Management & More

4.25(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
87 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

Where customers become friends! Dukes LLC provides residential and commercial services in Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dukes LLC provides a variety of services such as: Tree work Junk removal Demolition Snow removal Carpentry Roofing Masonry Pressure washing Home improvement Bobcat service Hauling Grading Landscaping We take pride in providing great service at a fair price. We are proactive to our customers needs. Please give us a call.

"Travis and Todd were friendly, helpful, and efficient - it was a pleasure to have them haul away our mattress and bed frame!"

Bill M on August 2024

Where customers become friends! Dukes LLC provides residential and commercial services in Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dukes LLC provides a variety of services such as: Tree work Junk removal Demolition Snow removal Carpentry Roofing Masonry Pressure washing Home improvement Bobcat service Hauling Grading Landscaping We take pride in providing great service at a fair price. We are proactive to our customers needs. Please give us a call.

"Travis and Todd were friendly, helpful, and efficient - it was a pleasure to have them haul away our mattress and bed frame!"

Bill M on August 2024


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Walshco LLC

5.00(
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Walshco LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
45 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

WalshCo specializes in safe, reliable, and code-compliant oil tank, oil boiler, and oil furnace installations. We handle everything from old-tank removals and new system installs to full heating system upgrades. Our team focuses on clean workmanship, honest communication, and fast turnaround times—so your home stays warm, efficient, and protected. Whether it’s a brand-new oil tank, a high-efficiency boiler replacement, or a full furnace changeout, we bring expert service and New England craftsmanship to every job. Your safety, comfort, and satisfaction come first.

"I would recomend this company .They were reasonably priced and professional and courteous. "

Lory M on November 2025

WalshCo specializes in safe, reliable, and code-compliant oil tank, oil boiler, and oil furnace installations. We handle everything from old-tank removals and new system installs to full heating system upgrades. Our team focuses on clean workmanship, honest communication, and fast turnaround times—so your home stays warm, efficient, and protected. Whether it’s a brand-new oil tank, a high-efficiency boiler replacement, or a full furnace changeout, we bring expert service and New England craftsmanship to every job. Your safety, comfort, and satisfaction come first.

"I would recomend this company .They were reasonably priced and professional and courteous. "

Lory M on November 2025


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D.C. Land Management, LLC

4.88(
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D.C. Land Management, LLC

4.88(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

D.C. Land Management LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Did a great job in a timely manner. Good communication. Will be using them again for future projects."

Sydney S on October 2023

D.C. Land Management LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Did a great job in a timely manner. Good communication. Will be using them again for future projects."

Sydney S on October 2023


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TB Build, LLC

4.86(
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TB Build, LLC

4.86(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

|| Excavation | Superior Walls Foundations | Project Management | General Contracting | Timber Block Custom Homes | Hollow Core Plank Precast | Custom Home Building || All of your site work needs can be achieved through TB Build. From land clearing, foundation excavation, underground utilities, concrete slabs, and retaining walls, to the finishing touches on your land. TB Build can help transform your land into something beautiful and well-designed. Certified Installer for Superior Walls throughout New England. We are your full-service provider for designing, engineering, installing, and servicing the highest-performing insulated concrete walls in the business. Do you have a project that you have been thinking about but have questions about what it takes to build? We are here to discuss any site work or construction project and start to build your road map.

"They were awesome! They offered a fair price and stuck to it. There was a minor hiccup at the end but they stood by their quote and completed the job! I cannot say enough about their work! I highly recommend their company."

Kendra M on July 2023

|| Excavation | Superior Walls Foundations | Project Management | General Contracting | Timber Block Custom Homes | Hollow Core Plank Precast | Custom Home Building || All of your site work needs can be achieved through TB Build. From land clearing, foundation excavation, underground utilities, concrete slabs, and retaining walls, to the finishing touches on your land. TB Build can help transform your land into something beautiful and well-designed. Certified Installer for Superior Walls throughout New England. We are your full-service provider for designing, engineering, installing, and servicing the highest-performing insulated concrete walls in the business. Do you have a project that you have been thinking about but have questions about what it takes to build? We are here to discuss any site work or construction project and start to build your road map.

"They were awesome! They offered a fair price and stuck to it. There was a minor hiccup at the end but they stood by their quote and completed the job! I cannot say enough about their work! I highly recommend their company."

Kendra M on July 2023


Burek Brothers Construction

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Burek Brothers Construction

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
37 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!


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Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services

4.95(
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Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services

4.95(
32
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
12 years of experience
Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today @ 508-304-5600

"Great experience at a reasonable cost. Marc was easy to talk too and easy to contact. He stayed engaged throughout the project. I would recommend them highly. "

John G on July 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today @ 508-304-5600

"Great experience at a reasonable cost. Marc was easy to talk too and easy to contact. He stayed engaged throughout the project. I would recommend them highly. "

John G on July 2025


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Valley Excavating

4.98(
64
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Valley Excavating

4.98(
64
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
20 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Valley Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"David & his team at Valley Excavating are great! We sought bids to demolish an in-ground pool and plant grass over the area. David promptly returned my initial call/text and came a few days later to assess the project. He had the relevant experience and understood quickly what we wanted done. His follow-up via emails addressed all of our many questions. As the requested start date approached, communication of updates through calls/texts worked smoothly. The work was completed efficiently and professionally, with all our expectations met or exceeded. We are pleased with the outcome and are glad to strongly recommend Valley Excavating."

John F on November 2025

Valley Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"David & his team at Valley Excavating are great! We sought bids to demolish an in-ground pool and plant grass over the area. David promptly returned my initial call/text and came a few days later to assess the project. He had the relevant experience and understood quickly what we wanted done. His follow-up via emails addressed all of our many questions. As the requested start date approached, communication of updates through calls/texts worked smoothly. The work was completed efficiently and professionally, with all our expectations met or exceeded. We are pleased with the outcome and are glad to strongly recommend Valley Excavating."

John F on November 2025


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R Cox Enterprises

5.00(
5
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R Cox Enterprises

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

At, R Cox Enterprises Inc., our company is based on the belief that the needs of our customers are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Honest, reasonable and professional. Ron is a great guy."

George R on March 2024

At, R Cox Enterprises Inc., our company is based on the belief that the needs of our customers are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Honest, reasonable and professional. Ron is a great guy."

George R on March 2024


Forever Excavating

5.00(
7
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Forever Excavating

5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Forever Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Super easy to work with and they where very helpful eliminate the standing water I had around my house"

Jason R on February 2024

Forever Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Super easy to work with and they where very helpful eliminate the standing water I had around my house"

Jason R on February 2024


"Curtice and his brother were simply excellent. Echo quoted the job and did it the next day, speak about timely !! They were very professional and performed quality work with grading and soil preparation. I'm a very pleased customer and would recommend them to anyone needing excavation. Their pricing is very reasonable."

Ben E on September 2024

We specialize in all digging, grading, trenching, demo or drainage jobs you may have. with our team and equipment we make sure every job is done as precise and organized as possible.

"Curtice and his brother were simply excellent. Echo quoted the job and did it the next day, speak about timely !! They were very professional and performed quality work with grading and soil preparation. I'm a very pleased customer and would recommend them to anyone needing excavation. Their pricing is very reasonable."

Ben E on September 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

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