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Avatar for Echo Excavation
Echo Excavation
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Spencer, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were having trouble with the melting snow and then rain water building up next to our foundation and knew we needed it fixed. We saw Echo Excavations signs locally so we decided it was time to call. Incredibly reasonable completion time and he has a mini excavator so he was able to do really precise work and you can tell he cares so much about what he does. He is already working on a second project for us to take down some trees and clear some land to open up our backyard for our two kids and are thrilled. My daughter loves when the owner Echo, comes with him she is the sweetest husky you will ever meet."
Excavation
Land clearing
Yard extension
Excavation
Yard extension

+34

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Avatar for Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
4.8(
38
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Spencer, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"For a 6000 sf lawn reconstruction from rocky excavation leftovers with 30 cy of loam. Marc fit me in next day. His equipment , skills, and attitude are top notch. In 5 hours he removed the bad excavated material, graded, prepped, and distributed the loam - ready to seed. He was excellent and very cost competitive."
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Lot Clearing/De-Stumping
Yard Drainage/Discharge system
Southbridge,MA

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for DiVerdi Site Solutions LLC
DiVerdi Site Solutions LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Spencer, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a rookie in this area of landscaping, I needed an honest, understandable person to explain and explore my options for redesigning my yard which has a hill, old trees and other features that made it a real challenge. Robbie patiently provided this guidance without any pressure and was happy to explain ways in which I might reduce costs. This felt more like a partnership and I am grateful to have a professional I can trust to do a quality job. Thank you!"
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Masonry Plus
4.9(
20
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Spencer, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"project: paver repair and regrout, point up brick front step and replace top step,and fireplace repair. brian and cory did a great job. cleaned up after and everything looks brand new. will rehire again."
Walkway - Worcester, MA
Walkway - Worcester, MA
Retaining wall with steps
Retaining wall with steps
Patio

+51

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TB Build, LLC
4.9(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Spencer, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great job done on a very steep & difficult site. They came in with a meticulous and creative plan no other local contractors suggested. The team was always responsive, organized and kept the site in immaculate condition while they were working. Got the job with no change orders too! Would definitely hire again."
Footing Fabric
Compacted Stone
Compacted Gravel
Garage Frost Wall Excavation
Foundation Backfill

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for R Cox Enterprises
R Cox Enterprises
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Spencer, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From Perc Test to engineering and Installation of new septic system. The price was fair the installation went quickly. Ron even re seeded the area the new take was installed and the lawn grew in nicely! Very professional I would highly recommend this company to anyone in need of excavation or septic installation."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Schade Landscape & Construction
Schade Landscape & Construction
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Spencer, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. The owner does a wonderful job. Our walkway was completed on time for our daughter’s graduation party. The walkway is beautiful! Making the front of our house so much nicer. We would definitely recommend Schade landscaping to anyone needing a walkway or patio. We would use him again if we have anything else that needs landscaping work. Thank you for making our home more beautiful!"
Call (508) 735-2405
Landscape Design/Install
Landscape Design/Install
Landscape Design/Install
Landscape Design/Install

+2

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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