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Avatar for Herlich Hauling & Transport
Herlich Hauling & Transport
5.0(
86
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Catonsville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project: Yard waste haul and dirt removal Demonstrates consistent and professional performance in meeting the needs of my project. Michael contacted me on Wednesday, arrived at my residence on Friday; provided a quote on par with the project, and by the weekend, the project was completed. Totally satisfied, and would recommend to family and friends"
deck demolition
deck demolition
in ground pool demo
in ground pool demo
CVS office kiosk removal

+27

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Pro Lawn Care, LLC
Pro Lawn Care, LLC
4.4(
215
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Catonsville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prolandscapeâ s did some work for us in our back yard which involved building a retaining wall, laying down a patio, and leveling the area. It was a challenging job, but David and his crew pulled it off with their sheer commitment and and ingenuity. Highly recommend them!"
landscape construction
Landscape Construction
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
Zero Maintenance Landscape Design

+177

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J & W Brown Contracting, LLC
J & W Brown Contracting, LLC
4.5(
22
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Catonsville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Immediate quote, timely service, and good follow up. I will be using J&W for a few additional projects as well. The work on our porch to re point bricks and put in railings was immaculate. We are very satisfied with all aspects of working with this contractor."
Remod
Remod
Remod
Remod
Remod

+6

92 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Almontes Demolition & Construction
Almontes Demolition & Construction
4.9(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Catonsville, 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."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+14

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Sunset Lawn Care
4.1(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Catonsville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"They've done LOTS of work for me and they continue to do lots of work because they are reasonably priced, excellent service, and does what he says he will do. Never had any problems, miscommunications, or misunderstandings, and the work is always completed as expected"
Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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