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Moyers Lawn Service & Landscaping
4.6(
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Due to my new role as a primary caregiver, I decided to research a local lawn service provider. After careful consideration, I decided to use Moyer Lawn Service & Landscaping even though the providers wasn’t the cheapest. I started with the regular routine mowing service. Then decided to use Moyer for a special clean up project. Jose and his 6 men crew started the special yard clean up project on June 14th at 8:00am. The crew expertise went directly to cutting back the ivy, honey suckle, bamboo, and VA creepers on the chain link fence. Pruning the shrubs, Azaleas deadwood, cut down some small trees. Also include some general yard area maintenance. The end result was a picture perfect yard done by a well qualified landscaping crew."
Lawn and Yard Maintenance 1
Yard Clean Up, pruning and thinning of the lower limbs of a tree, and Sod Installation.
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+11

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Lawn Care, LLC
4.4(
215
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very satisfied with the repair work that was done on my patio pavers, the downspout burial/extensions, the laying of sod along the right side of my driveway and front street curb as well as the removal of a large 15 foot arborvitae tree and its replacement with a 4 foot tall dragon lady holly tree. What initially sold me on using Pro Landscape was the professionalism displayed by David the owner and his companies proposals to include cost edstimates which were much more detailed and easily understood than other contractors I met with. Further, when speaking with other members of his staff they were professional and friendly each time I interacted with them. I will definitely use ProLandscape again when the need arises."
landscape construction
Landscape Construction
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
Zero Maintenance Landscape Design

+177

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ATD Landscaping LLC
4.5(
343
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We opted for sod installation versus restoration/seeding. However, I would have selected ATD for the restoration under different circumstances. Anthony was prompt and informative."
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After from back yard-Patio with steps and railing
Patio with drainage and retaining wall
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Before from back yard

+122

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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King Level Construction, LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From start to finish dealing with King Level Construction and Luis was a pleasure. The job was completed as planned and we are pleased. It was a smaller job on some very old concrete work. He worked with us in a pleasant and professional manner and his fees were within reason. He made some recommendations as to how to repair the wall and didn't push more than what we needed. He and his helper did the job, on a very hot day no less, cleaned up in entirety and left with no mess behind. He takes pride in the job at hand. We would recommend his work and company to anyone looking for this type of work. Any future projects we would not hesitate to use his services again."
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REPAIR
PAVER WALKWAY

+18

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Green Neighbor Landscaping, LLC
4.9(
15
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used green neighbor landscaping for multiple projects over the years and Iâ m always grateful for the professionalism and quality work by Matt and his team. I will continue to rely on their services for years to come."
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Completion of drainage & sod
Finished drainage job
Exterior Lighting

+8

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Almontes Demolition & Construction
4.9(
8
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his team did an excellence job removing the stump from my backyard. The stump was removed and the area cleaned. They cleaned thoroughly and a timely manner. They provided excellent customer service."
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My jobs
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My jobs

+14

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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D&D Construction & Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The whole project (installing a retaining wall) was seamlessly executed and I was completely satisfied. Because John K. took the time to carefully and patiently explain the various options and the details of how the project would unfold, I chose D&D (of course, the competitive price was also key). They took care of all the approvals with the HOA, began work on time as scheduled, and finished a day ahead of schedule,"
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Emerald Landscaping Corporation
3.4(
169
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a wonderful experience with Emerald Landscaping. Margie was an outstanding liaison and the crew did a fabulous job with my front yard. The price was reasonable and I highly recommend them!"
Landscaping
Fences
Drainage
Landscaping
Fences

+133

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Silver Spring, MD

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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