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Avatar for Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
4.3(
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Serving Norwell, 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
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Erbe Brothers Excavation
4.6(
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Serving Norwell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Erbe brothers excavation did a great job removing trees, stumps, and grading the lot for our new garage behind the house. Will be using them in the future for any excavation we need done"
Finish grade of one driveway
Laying down stone
Final loam spread and power raked
Lush green grass
Final product with a desert brown stone!

+70

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.5(
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Serving Norwell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Diego and his crew did a great job on our walkway!! they know what they are doing and pay attention to detail. Very professional."
Maintenance
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance

+8

Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mankewich Contracting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Norwell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jamie did an excellent job, from septic system, demolition,excavation, grading. Jamie is easy to work with and a real gentlemen."
Septic system install
Leaching  field build.
Spraying hydroseed.
Hydroseeding
Sewer pump install

+10

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J. Bean Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Norwell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

J. Bean Excavation 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.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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. 

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.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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