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Avatar for SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
4.6(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean Farrell Excavation Inc. did an excellent job installing a driveway drainage system at my home. The quality of the materials was commendable, and Michael and the project team executed the work very effectively from start to finish. The team's clear expertise showed through. I highly recommend Sean Farrell Excavation Inc.!"
Basement dig out
Equipment ready
Typical sewer pipe installation ready for backfill
Foundation dig out - ready for forms and concrete pour.
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+3

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Pro Cut Landscape & Design
Pro Cut Landscape & Design
4.9(
182
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bob and team did an amazing job removing 15+ dead bushes and small trees, weeding, and mulching a yard that was long overdue for landscaping work, highly recommend!"
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+1

Response time11 hrs
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Madison Floral & Landscape Solutions
Madison Floral & Landscape Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Our project included a spring clean-up, garden edging, the replacement of patio jointing compound, as well as the addition of loam, seed, mulch, and gravel. We are very pleased with the work completed on our property. Edison is a consummate professional. He offered multiple helpful suggestions to improve the appearance and functionality of our property. Would definitely recommend his company to others."
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Madison Floral

+10

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for W Ramirez Tree Service & Landscaping
W Ramirez Tree Service & Landscaping
4.8(
42
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did a great job, and we ended up hiring them for other landscaping works. They always do a great job with fair pricing, show up on time, respond timely, take time to clean up thoroughly after work is done, and are conscientious. We plan to hire them for the next project."
Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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WS Builders Corp
4.1(
69
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am 86 years old. Have never had a greater bunch of guys working in cold weather for 12 hours to finish my fence. Worked into the evening on a cold day under floodlights to wrap up the job as promised. Even took the time after a long hard day to clean up all debris. Exceptional bunch of guys. Will have them back again for any other projects around my home. I rated them 5 stars but only 4.5 stars showed in review. Should be 10 stars."
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

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

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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"
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Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Simple Greens Landscaping, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING takes pride in providing quality landscape services to Greater Boston and the North Shore. Our services range from custom landscape design and installation, to reliable, budget friendly landscape maintenance. Whether your landscape needs are large or small, Simple Greens Landscaping is equal to the task.\n\nOur mission is to provide our customers with the highest quality landscape services available. Our attention to detail and commitment to customer service and satisfaction makes SIMPLE GREENS LANDSCAPING the last company you will ever need.

Blue Stone Patio - with Custom Kitchen
Retaining wall - Patio
Paver Driveway - Landscape design
Custom Outdoor Kitchen
Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Niteroi Masonry
5.0(
6
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Niteroi Masonry 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.

Stone wall
Epoxy floor
Closing brick window
Stone wall
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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.

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.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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