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Earthkare Landscaping
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fair price for the job and they did excellent work! Kraig was very helpful with providing various ideas for type and location of replacement plants. I would recommend EarthKare."
Woods Clearing
Woods Clearing
Woods Clearing Project Towson
Arborists at work
Remove weeds and vines

+86

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J & W Brown Contracting, LLC
4.6(
20
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Monkton, 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

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Decorus Landscape, LLC
5.0(
9
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were friendly, professional, efficient, prompt and did a great job. They came when they said they would, and finished in a timely manner…. The owner, Rob, has a great design aesthetic that resulted in my beautiful front yard. Anne B"
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care

+7

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Sunset Lawn Care
4.1(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Showed up on time. Worked furiously. Removed fallen sticks before mulching. Cleaned up when done job. Broomed walks and drive where mulch was. Didn't harm existing grass with wheelbarrow. Had own tools. Preformed minor weeding as requested. Cleaned up some Christmas lights even though he didn't have to."
Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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