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Cutting-Edge Contracting
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Jefferson, 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 rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ox Construction
4.8(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Jefferson, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

"Our septic was backing up. We used Angi’s list to find Ox Construction and he offered to come out today to look at it! Right away Tommy recognized the problem and began looking at the wiring of the pump. Instead of the possible installation of a new and costly pump like another contractor suggested, he fixed our problem for an incredibly good price! We highly recommend Tommy. He says he does all different kinds of work. I would definitely give him a chance to look at and quote your job. He showed up a bit early (which we were thrilled about), got to work immediately, recognized the problem and now our septic is working well! We are thrilled!"
Zoo Events
Train maintenance
Plumbing Project
Replace front door.
Landscaping Project

+16

Response time30 mins
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Refined Contracting
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Jefferson, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As always, Refined Contracting is amazing. My kitchen sink faucet fell right off and Cody came same day/night to replace it. He has put done flooring, done plumbing and drywall repair, caulking and sealing. Refined Contracring has been an absolute dream to find and if you want a professional that doesn't give you anything but the straight truth, look no further. Refined Contracting is the company for you!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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.

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