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Avatar for Travers Landscape Construction Engineering & Weatherstone Restoration, LLC
Travers Landscape Construction Engineering & Weatherstone Restoration, LLC
4.6(
356
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Orleans, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1910

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I originally hired Travers to remove an old pool that was in disrepair when I bought my house. From there I tacked on other projects including tree removal, brush/overgrowth clearing, and regrading and seeding. Each project came out exceptional. Travers will be my first call if I need more work done in the future."
Total Restoration/Retaining Wall
Demolition
Demolition
Demolition
Tree

+31

Response time8 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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J.M. Landscaping
4.8(
106
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Orleans, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rico and his crew are hardworking, professional and polite. He came quickly to give an estimate and was able to get the job done in a short time frame. We wouldnâ t have be able to complete this task without JM Landscaping. Thank you Rico!"
Jobs
Jobs
Jobs
Jobs
Jobs

+72

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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S.H. Dunford Construction & Excavation
4.9(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Orleans, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned cape cod business, owned and operated by native cape codder Sam Dunford. We have been in business since 2012 providing quality work at a competitive price. From septic systems and excavation, to landscape construction and hardscapes, S.H. Dunford is your one stop shop. Follow us on Facebook! Facebook.com/shdunford

Projects
Projects
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Asphalt Solutions Enterprises
4.5(
51
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Orleans, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drew and team did a great job of taking our vision and creating a beautiful walkway and driveway. They kept us informed of the progress and provided update pictures throughout the process. The work was done on time and within scope. Thank you Drew."
Our work
Response time3 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Limelight Landscaping
4.7(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Orleans, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"project:major yard cleanup Unbelievable work ethic!!! came to give me a quote and did the job the same day. Father and son went above and beyond,courteous,reasonable,and meticulous,never stopped for hrs.!!! Limelight will be my 1st choice for all landscaping needs!!!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JTC Contractors
2.8(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Orleans, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John communicated very well during the whole job and always asked if we were happy. He has the skill and ability to do the level of detail a custom deck requires. He and his crew were always here when they said they would be and they finished the job on time. My new composite deck looks great and we would definitely hire this pro again. The neighbors watched what he can do and have also asked John to price their home improvement projects."
septics and site work
new septic
setting tanks
gear
new leachfield

+1

Response time5 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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