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"The owner Eric was very responsive. He came over to measure and give me a quote very quickly and was able to have the work done the next morning. Kyle and Charlie that did the work did a good job, were professional, did clean work. They did a good job helping me understand the process."

Ben B on July 2024

With over 20 years of experience, boilers and water heaters are our specialty. - High Efficiency and Combination Boilers - Tankless Water Heaters - Heat Pump Water Heaters - Steam Boilers - Standard Hot Water Boilers - Standard Tank Water Heaters

"The owner Eric was very responsive. He came over to measure and give me a quote very quickly and was able to have the work done the next morning. Kyle and Charlie that did the work did a good job, were professional, did clean work. They did a good job helping me understand the process."

Ben B on July 2024


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Pagano Landscape & Paving

204 Commonwealth Rd
5.00(
8
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Pagano Landscape & Paving

204 Commonwealth Rd
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 local quotes requested

At Pagano Landscape&Paving we are locally owned buisness performing quality job’s done right with 30+years expierence! Jesse Pagano -Tree work/stump removal -Paving Asphalt repair/sealcoating -Masonry -Landscape design -Snow removal -Fencing -Stone/material delivery -Skidsteer micro excavator -Trenching -Grading

"Jesse did some excavation and planted trees in my yard. Excellent job! Now my neighbors all want him to do theirs as well! Thanks Jesse!"

Noah B on December 2024

At Pagano Landscape&Paving we are locally owned buisness performing quality job’s done right with 30+years expierence! Jesse Pagano -Tree work/stump removal -Paving Asphalt repair/sealcoating -Masonry -Landscape design -Snow removal -Fencing -Stone/material delivery -Skidsteer micro excavator -Trenching -Grading

"Jesse did some excavation and planted trees in my yard. Excellent job! Now my neighbors all want him to do theirs as well! Thanks Jesse!"

Noah B on December 2024


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Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

71 Whitney Street
4.54(
560
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Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

71 Whitney Street
4.54(
560
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
59 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is the company of choice for all your plumbing, heating and air conditioning repair and replacement needs. Our commitment is to you, our customer, and to provide you with outstanding plumbing and HVAC service. You can rest assured with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, 24-hour emergency service, solid warranty and highly trained technicians. Serving the Metro West, MA's service and installation needs. Fully Licensed in MA Plumbing and Gas Fitting. Lic# 30207. Universal EPA Certified & 410A Certified. Fully Insured. Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning offers a 5% senior discount on service repairs.

"Went very well and got more information than with other companies."

Susan H on April 2025

Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is the company of choice for all your plumbing, heating and air conditioning repair and replacement needs. Our commitment is to you, our customer, and to provide you with outstanding plumbing and HVAC service. You can rest assured with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, 24-hour emergency service, solid warranty and highly trained technicians. Serving the Metro West, MA's service and installation needs. Fully Licensed in MA Plumbing and Gas Fitting. Lic# 30207. Universal EPA Certified & 410A Certified. Fully Insured. Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning offers a 5% senior discount on service repairs.

"Went very well and got more information than with other companies."

Susan H on April 2025


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GTL Forest Products

PO Box 10
New on AngiNew on Angi
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GTL Forest Products

PO Box 10
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!


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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023


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StoneWall Landscapes

PO Box 66141
4.99(
72
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StoneWall Landscapes

PO Box 66141
4.99(
72
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

WE GUARANTEE YOU WILL LOVE OUR WORK (Landscape Design, Installation & Construction) We are a family owned and operated business that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that encompasses Landscape installation and construction. You will find us to be very competitively priced along with paying close attention to all details of each and every project. We 100% guarantee your satisfaction! And just like we value and treat you, we do the same for our employees, with the utmost respect and appreciation. All of our work is done by people who take pride in their work and do what they love best.

"Jerry and his team deliver incredible workmanship. Their work is impeccable, creative, and tailored exactly to what you want to achieve. They’re also very easy to communicate and work with. I’ll definitely continue using their services for future projects."

Dennis G on June 2025

WE GUARANTEE YOU WILL LOVE OUR WORK (Landscape Design, Installation & Construction) We are a family owned and operated business that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that encompasses Landscape installation and construction. You will find us to be very competitively priced along with paying close attention to all details of each and every project. We 100% guarantee your satisfaction! And just like we value and treat you, we do the same for our employees, with the utmost respect and appreciation. All of our work is done by people who take pride in their work and do what they love best.

"Jerry and his team deliver incredible workmanship. Their work is impeccable, creative, and tailored exactly to what you want to achieve. They’re also very easy to communicate and work with. I’ll definitely continue using their services for future projects."

Dennis G on June 2025


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Stoned Newton LLC

321 Walnut St #411
4.70(
60
)
Approved Pro

Stoned Newton LLC

321 Walnut St #411
4.70(
60
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

Stoned Masonry is a full service landscape and construction company that is based in Newton, MA. For many years we have been beautifying and enhancing properties in the Newton, MA and surrounding areas. Our combination of top quality materials along with a committed team that provides superior customer satisfaction, assures that your outdoor project will be completed in a professional manner. Our staff is diligent, well trained, and has more than 75 years of combined experience. We are a fully insured professional and dependable family owned company specifically focused on custom outdoor building. We service residential and commercial properties in Newton, Brookline, Wellesley, Weston, Sudbury, Dover, Lexington, Concord, Needham & Wayland. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project from start to finish. Call today for a free estimate.

"I hired John Caruso of Stoned Masonry and Construction in Newton, MA to replace a trench drain in my driveway. He provided a detailed contract and requested a $2000 down payment for the $4000 job, which I provided by credit card in an online transaction. He acknowledged receipt, and said he would begin work in one week. During that week, I tried to contact him by text, phone, and email concerning his request to leave materials in my garage before he began work, but received no reply. I repeated these contact attempts to inquire about his arrival time the day before and the day of his promised arrival. He never responded and he never arrived. My credit card company will try to recover my money, but I strongly advise you not to hire this person. If you do, definitely do not giver him an advance payment by check!"

Leslie Z on October 2025

Stoned Masonry is a full service landscape and construction company that is based in Newton, MA. For many years we have been beautifying and enhancing properties in the Newton, MA and surrounding areas. Our combination of top quality materials along with a committed team that provides superior customer satisfaction, assures that your outdoor project will be completed in a professional manner. Our staff is diligent, well trained, and has more than 75 years of combined experience. We are a fully insured professional and dependable family owned company specifically focused on custom outdoor building. We service residential and commercial properties in Newton, Brookline, Wellesley, Weston, Sudbury, Dover, Lexington, Concord, Needham & Wayland. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project from start to finish. Call today for a free estimate.

"I hired John Caruso of Stoned Masonry and Construction in Newton, MA to replace a trench drain in my driveway. He provided a detailed contract and requested a $2000 down payment for the $4000 job, which I provided by credit card in an online transaction. He acknowledged receipt, and said he would begin work in one week. During that week, I tried to contact him by text, phone, and email concerning his request to leave materials in my garage before he began work, but received no reply. I repeated these contact attempts to inquire about his arrival time the day before and the day of his promised arrival. He never responded and he never arrived. My credit card company will try to recover my money, but I strongly advise you not to hire this person. If you do, definitely do not giver him an advance payment by check!"

Leslie Z on October 2025


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DL Landscaping & Construction, Inc.

280 Chestnut Street, Unit 3
4.46(
37
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Approved Pro

DL Landscaping & Construction, Inc.

280 Chestnut Street, Unit 3
4.46(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
16 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

DL Landscaping & Construction is the top home improvement service in the area, serving both residential and commercial properties. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is unmatched, with quick estimates, attention to detail, and competitive pricing. As a screened and approved professional, you can trust us to give your home the attention it deserves. Contact us today to get started!

"Very polite and accommodating to my requests"

Jeanne M on October 2022

DL Landscaping & Construction is the top home improvement service in the area, serving both residential and commercial properties. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is unmatched, with quick estimates, attention to detail, and competitive pricing. As a screened and approved professional, you can trust us to give your home the attention it deserves. Contact us today to get started!

"Very polite and accommodating to my requests"

Jeanne M on October 2022


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Delio Corporation

24 Wyoming Rd.
4.47(
31
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Approved Pro

Delio Corporation

24 Wyoming Rd.
4.47(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
28 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Delio Corp. has been serving the community since 1991. We enjoy a highly held reputation and we provide the finest services in the home-improvement and remodeling industry. When we take on your project, you can count on it being done quickly, properly, professionally, and most importantly, very competitively priced. All work is guaranteed. We are fully insured and licensed. We specialize in small jobs, and repair projects carpentry , masonry. We do residential & commercial We also do COMMERCIAL snow plowing only. We do one job at a time, we do not bounce from job to job. We have always put our homeowners first. Give us a call with your next project.

"Always on time, very nice to deal with and does a perfect job. Couldn't be happier with the work he has done."

Paula N on February 2022

Delio Corp. has been serving the community since 1991. We enjoy a highly held reputation and we provide the finest services in the home-improvement and remodeling industry. When we take on your project, you can count on it being done quickly, properly, professionally, and most importantly, very competitively priced. All work is guaranteed. We are fully insured and licensed. We specialize in small jobs, and repair projects carpentry , masonry. We do residential & commercial We also do COMMERCIAL snow plowing only. We do one job at a time, we do not bounce from job to job. We have always put our homeowners first. Give us a call with your next project.

"Always on time, very nice to deal with and does a perfect job. Couldn't be happier with the work he has done."

Paula N on February 2022


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PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

28 Stubb St
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro

PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

28 Stubb St
5.00(
17
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
23 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Thank you for visiting PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. We are your locally owned and operated utility and site prep specialists based in Franklin, MA. We service residential and commercial clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"We hired Prime Construction to update our outdoor space, including placing new stepping stones, redoing the pavers, and rebuilding the stairs leading to our pool area. Nick and Mike were professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail throughout the project. The stepping stones were placed evenly and with care, blending perfectly into the landscape. The pavers now look clean, level, and well-aligned, greatly improving the look and safety of the area. The rebuilt stairs are sturdy and beautifully finished, making the walk to the pool much more enjoyable. We’re very pleased with the results and would highly recommend them for any outdoor construction work! Thank you Prime Construction!"

Tom K on May 2025

Thank you for visiting PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. We are your locally owned and operated utility and site prep specialists based in Franklin, MA. We service residential and commercial clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"We hired Prime Construction to update our outdoor space, including placing new stepping stones, redoing the pavers, and rebuilding the stairs leading to our pool area. Nick and Mike were professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail throughout the project. The stepping stones were placed evenly and with care, blending perfectly into the landscape. The pavers now look clean, level, and well-aligned, greatly improving the look and safety of the area. The rebuilt stairs are sturdy and beautifully finished, making the walk to the pool much more enjoyable. We’re very pleased with the results and would highly recommend them for any outdoor construction work! Thank you Prime Construction!"

Tom K on May 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

On average, you’re looking at about 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet. Your actual work time will come down to how many twists and turns there are when digging—such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and whether the ground is frozen.

Trenches are 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the right depth for your trench will depend on the nature of your project. For example, if you’re digging a trench as part of a French drain installation, it should be 18 inches deep. An excavation professional can explain how deep your trench should be.

The cost to drill a well ranges, but for a well that’s roughly 150 feet deep, you could spend approximately $5,500. However, prices can fluctuate substantially due to factors like geological conditions, local regulations, and variations in drilling methods. For a more precise quote tailored to your location, research local well-drilling professionals in your area.

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