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Avatar for Pro Lawn Care, LLC
Pro Lawn Care, LLC
4.4(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Calverton, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with my decision to hire this company to lay down sod and install a stone pathway in my backyard. They were professional and completed the work in a timely and thorough fashion. I would hire them again."
landscape construction
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Zero Maintenance Landscape Design

+177

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Almontes Demolition & Construction
Almontes Demolition & Construction
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Calverton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew did a fantastic job! They removed my above ground pool, pool deck, back filled in the dirt and completely cleaned up everything. Very professional crew. I was amazed by their efficiency. I would highly recommend hiring this company to do work. Very professional services."
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+14

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Avatar for D&D Construction & Landscaping, Inc.
D&D Construction & Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Calverton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The whole project (installing a retaining wall) was seamlessly executed and I was completely satisfied. Because John K. took the time to carefully and patiently explain the various options and the details of how the project would unfold, I chose D&D (of course, the competitive price was also key). They took care of all the approvals with the HOA, began work on time as scheduled, and finished a day ahead of schedule,"
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Solid System Construction, LLC
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Calverton, MD 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.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Heil Plumbing & Hvac
Heil Plumbing & Hvac
4.9(
238
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Calverton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so grateful for your service, prompt and reliable. The entire crew who came out to work on our sewer line repair was so kind and extremely knowledgeable. When I had a follow up question, they came right back out to check the work, and went above and beyond to make sure my concerns were handled. I highly recommend your company. From our very first emergency call to the completion of the job, to the grass that is already growing to cover the big dig! Thank you for making a very difficult situation as calm and easy as possible. Jenn & Dave Peter, Columbia MD."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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DZ's Contracting LLC
4.4(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Calverton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contacted Dave to discuss leveling a portion of our backyard to install a shed. Dave was available the next day to provide a quote. I had a few ideas on how he could level the yard, but he had some great ideas that saved us money and materials. Dave was available to start work within a few days and it was evident he was really experienced with excavation. He was extremely professional and meticulous and took care to not damage our grass. He leveled the soil, laid a base of stone, graded the soil to the rest of the existing yard, and seeded the disturbed soil. He cleaned up everything really well, leaving the space better than when he arrived. It turned out even better than we expected. I highly recommend DZ's Construction for excavation services, and I will definitely use him in the future."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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