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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 Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike came and inspected what needed to be done ( office furniture removal.and clean out), promptly quoted a price. Upon acceptance was flexible in scheduling the clean out. Arrived as promised and did a professional job to complete the project. Would definitely hire his company again"
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 G&C VENTURES, LLC
G&C VENTURES, LLC
4.4(
215
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hunt Valley, 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%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G&G Landscaping
4.8(
44
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. The staff was on time, cleaned the flower beds, moved dirt to various beds, mulched, put down landscape ties, and more. They were very professional and knowledgeable of what needed to be done. I plan to hire G&G Landscaping again for other landscaping needs. Job well done! Many thanks to G&G for making my flower beds beautiful again!"
Front yard Rennovation
Outdoor Living Space
Patio and Firepit
Patio Design
Patio extension

+20

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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 Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"J&W did a wonderful job building my brick steps and concrete walk way to the front of my home. A quick quote and a great price considering the current market for bricks and concrete. Mr. Brown went the extra mile and I will be utilizing this company next week to replace the side entrance steps. I highly recommend!"
Remod
Remod
Remod
Remod
Remod

+6

131 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Ridley's Landscaping LLC
Ridley's Landscaping LLC
4.7(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Donta and his workers of Ridley Landscaping did a fantastic job! The finished job was better than expected. The workers are qualified professionals. The fresh sodding was expertly done and brings out the beauty of my home. I will definitely hire Ridley Landscaping for future products."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+24

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Decorus Landscape, LLC
Decorus Landscape, LLC
5.0(
9
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Hunt Valley, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Decorus did a great job of building a brick wall and grading the yard for additional level surface. This was a safety issue for my grand children who might have rolled down into the river on such a steep grade. The decorative & Functional fence did not obstruct our waterfront views. Both teams cleaned up nicely. They even blew the mowed grass on our sidewalk which was not their responsibility. Thanks to the crew."
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care

+7

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

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.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

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