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Avatar for Culpepper & Son Contracting
Culpepper & Son Contracting
4.9(
63
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Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a great company to work with. Made an appointment and he showed up on time. Originally we requested quote for tree trimming. In talking with him, we mentioned that we have excavation work to be done. He began with removing a huge pile of cut tree limbs and cuttings that have accumulated over the years. He cleared a large area and did a great job. We even had some old x-mas trees in that pile over our hill. He is returning to trim our tree that is huge. Very understanding and there was great communication throughout. I would recommend this company for a great job. Very considerate of your needs and an overall great guy."
Backyard tree removal
Backyard tree removal
Excavating, Grading, Drainage
Grading
Grading

+16

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Earthkare Landscaping
4.9(
67
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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%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G&G Landscaping
4.8(
42
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Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exellent contractor, very responsible and reliable. Lots of hardscaping and landscaping work done. 3 patios, columns, sitting wall. Will highly recommend."
Front yard Rennovation
Outdoor Living Space
Patio and Firepit
Patio Design
Patio extension

+20

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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J & W Brown Contracting, LLC
4.6(
20
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Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

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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

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Decorus Landscape, LLC
5.0(
9
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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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Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

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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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Superior Earth Works
5.0(
2
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Serving Monkton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Superior Earth Works did a great job on our patio install. From their scheduling to completion, communication was great and their quality of work was top notch. I highly recommend them for anyone in need of new or repaired concrete work!"
Response time8 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

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.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

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