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Carroll Bros. Contracting
4.4(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Customers say: Quick response

"They were very professional. Arrived on time, did what they were contracted to do. I did all the foot work to get permits, however they were very aware of what permits we needed to apply for and did help with on site problems with the inspectors. I am very please with the work they did filling in my swimming pool. Would I hire them again....YES, they are providing me with estimate on a new project. Wonderful people. Mrs. H"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Shorescapes
4.8(
69
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I love my landscaped backyard, and the cost was very affordable. Thank you"
Bethany Beach
Sod install
Back yard paver walkway
drainage install
landscape

+59

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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MJ Home Services LLC
4.0(
361
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service was very good"
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+9

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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A-1 Eastern Shore Waterproofing
4.8(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work done is wonderful, we had this put in last year and we've had no problems at all. We had a big storm here last week and everything was fine. It took us a while to find someone we trust, but we trusted Richard Legnaioli. Richard is just a wonderful person and is very pleasant to talk to. I personally would give him an A rating."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C & D'S INSTALLERS
4.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

"It went well. When the excavator was working, I didn't really understand when he asked if we wanted to "feather" the uneven ground around the pool- so now we have a lot of ground without the grass that was there because the feathering was put over top of the grass - killing it. Overall, I would recommend C&D's. They were very responsive every step."
completed back fill
Finished Wooden Outline Border Landscaping
Laying the 6 Mil Plastic for the Weed & Water Control around the Pool for the Commercial Black Border Outline Landscaping Project
Prepping the Pool for the Commercial Black Border Outline Landscaping Project
Start of the Backfill process

+33

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Stable Works LLC
4.8(
10
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have had serveral remolding project. Being a single female I never felt comfortable and sometimes they took shortcuts. The Stableworks crew was extremely professional and explained each part of the process. I recommend this company highly."
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Full Kitchen Remodel

+8

Response time6 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Phillip Maintenance and Plumbing Services
5.0(
5
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Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went good! They showed up on time, very professional , and clean it after the work. They also had a fair price."
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+101

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stewart Boys
5.0(
3
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Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great would recommend to anyone looking for work or a experienced handymen"
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+16

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coastal deck and dock maintenance and handyman services
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job! Have known the owner for many years. Did all that I ask and more with cleaning out and up the gutters."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&R Property LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Cordova, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is an outstanding company to complete your needs. I found them through a family member and was very pleased with the services received. Give J & R Property a call, you won't be disappointed."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.

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.

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