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Avatar for GMD Excavation
GMD Excavation
5.0(
16
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Serving Quincy, 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
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Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
4.3(
218
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Serving Quincy, 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
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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WS Builders Corp
4.1(
69
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Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WS builders did a great job renovating my house. The price was fair and they finish the job on time. I really recommend this company."
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Edgar Landscaping and Construction
4.5(
104
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Serving Quincy, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job installing fence. I was on vacation when they came over and took down old fence and installed new one. When I came home, you wouldn’t know someone had been here except for the new fence. Yard was cleaner than I left it. Very satisfied customer"
My jobs
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.5(
39
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Serving Quincy, 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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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