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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
15 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
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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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

"We are very pleased with the punctual and efficient solution to our problem. We will definitely use this company for other projects."
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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J. Bean Excavation LLC
5.0(
5
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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

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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L.N Magalhaes & Co.
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor 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%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Solimini Excavation and Utility
New to Angi
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

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.

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.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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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