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A-1 Eastern Shore Waterproofing
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Serving Crisfield, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

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Emergency services offered

"They had to dig out a whole wall out of my basement to stop the leaking. They cleaned the basement wall and they resealed it with the latest technology. They were very friendly and cooperative. They worked hard, and came when they said they would. Everything you would hope a contractor would do that did."
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Phillip Maintenance and Plumbing Services
5.0(
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Serving Crisfield, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It was great. He did the work and he did it fast. They were efficient. Some people told me that it was the best price. They were on time. He was professional."
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Stewart Boys
5.0(
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Serving Crisfield, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew came one day after my call. They removed a small tree from my front lawn, grinded the stump, removed the limbs and debris. You wouldn't know the tree was ever there. Excellent job."
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J&R Property LLC
5.0(
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Serving Crisfield, 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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Mendoza Excavating LLC
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Serving Crisfield, MD and surrounding areas

Hello my name is Christian Mendoza and I am the owner of Mendoza Excavating LLC. We have more than half a decade of experience with new home build excavations. We offer land clearing, foundation/basement digging, rough grading, and driveway/sidewalk sub grading. Mendoza Excavating LLC is eager to help you with your excavation needs, we look forward to working on your jobsite!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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