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Avatar for Erbe Brothers Excavation
Erbe Brothers Excavation
4.6(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Rochester, 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
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%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 Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kind people, hardworking. Prompt business. Fair pricing. Chose to add cobblestone edging to new driveway after it was already installed, it was done right away. Going to hire them for another job."
Our work
Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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J. Bean Excavation LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

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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+29

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brarmann Co., LLC
4.6(
131
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional & prompt service. Helped us with our AC units day after we called — very prompt & knowledgeable."
New mini split Install
Mini split line set up
Fujitsu mini split
New Heating Install
New Oil Fired Boiler Install with Carlin head

+24

Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Dorego Construction, LLC
4.3(
13
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were quick and efficient putting in a 150ft drainage pipe in my yard and a trench drain behind my driveway. To top it off they incased the drain in cement the length of the back of my driveway and did it all in just over a day. I used to have a small pond in my backyard, especiallu with all the crazy rain we have been having but the drain diverts it beautifully!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Arka Landscape & Junk Removal
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Was there on time to quote and on time to complete the junk pickup. Courteous and professional"
Mulch and Planting
Mulch and Planting
Mown Lawn in backyard
Side by Side before and after: Landscape
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Bad Boys Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with the excellent service I was given they arrive promptly gave me an estimate for my work which included trimming trees, gardening, and cleanup. I would recommend them to anybody who has a perfect yard like I do and it came out the way I would’ve done it if I was able to thank you very much Bad Boys Landscaping."
Mulch weeding
Mulch weeding
Mulch weeding
Mulch weeding
Mulch weeding

+5

87 neighbors recently requested a quote
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L.N Magalhaes & Co.
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We are very happy with Luiz and his crew They removed many large trees to start the project and designed a beautiful outdoor area, we had LN Magalhaes install a blue stone patio, with a seating wall and an outdoor fireplace. We highly recommend these guys they are so easy to work with, very honest and fair, the crew was very polite and professional"
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Solimini Excavation and Utility
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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