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Markool Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.7(
18
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Woke up this morning to my hvac leaking and contacted Markool. I have never used them before and was in a pinch. They fit me right in this morning and were out at my house within 2 hours. The tech stepped in the door and placed covers for his shoes so he did not track in any dirt which was impressive! The tech was very professional and super friendly. Problem was diagnosed and FIXED within an hour. The price was extremely reasonable to the point I was shocked in a good way (expecting a higher price). Anyways, I will most certainly be a returning customer. Thank you Markool Heating Cooling Plumbing."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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NextGen Paving and Excavation LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"NextGen Paving and Excavation LLC did an amazing job repairing and sealing my asphalt driveway. Jacob is a hard worker and very particular with his work, and it shows in the finished project. I had him remove and replace a section of damaged asphalt and he sealed my entire driveway. I am very happy with his results."
Sealed Driveway
Sealed Driveway
Driveway Apron
Drive way Seal
Drive way Seal

+8

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cutting-Edge Contracting
5.0(
3
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

With over a decade of experience, CUTTING-EDGE CONTRACTING LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maryland Excavation, LLC
4.9(
100
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MD Excavation was very responsive, professional and very reasonably priced. They completed the job efficiently and took great care to ensure the customer was completely satisfied. I was so happy, I asked them about taking down a tree. They gave me quote and came the next day. Unbelievable service! I highly recommend Maryland Excavation."
Land Clearing
Site Prep
New Driveway Install
Install New Driveway
Tree Removal

+13

Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Refined Contracting
5.0(
5
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company did an excellent job with meeting our needs. The conversations and concerns with our yard layout and neighbors needs were addressed. The job was completed on time. Thanks"
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+142

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DRY SPACE WATERPROOFING LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dry Space was absolutely ð ¯ from preparation to completion. The guys were very knowledgeable about the entire process. I would recommend this company if you want great quality service."
Basement Waterproofing
Oil Tank
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Smithstonian Contracting
4.6(
9
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

"They were very professional, on time...even finished the job earlier than expected. My walk out was Collapsing and they removed my old walkout and put installed another one with Sturdier materials all at a great price. After finishing the job there was zero mess left to clean. Not even empty water bottles from the workers. I am very impressed with this company and highly recommend them to others."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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