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Avatar for Moyers Lawn Service & Landscaping
Moyers Lawn Service & Landscaping
4.6(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Spencerville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Upon arrival, the crew spread out and started attacking the problem areas of my lawn. They cut back roses, shrubs, crepe myrtle, etc. They blew dead leaves out of the flower beds, weeded, edged, and spread mulch (black, as I had specified). Extremely thorough!"
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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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for ATD Landscaping LLC
ATD Landscaping LLC
4.5(
343
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Spencerville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They showed up when they said they would. They raked leaves front and back and put them in bags by the curb rather than piling them on the front lawn. A couple days later they were picked up on our regular trash day"
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After from back yard-Patio with steps and railing
Patio with drainage and retaining wall
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Solid System Construction, LLC
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Spencerville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Clyde Stouffer Contractor, LLC
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Spencerville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Clyde Stouffer, 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.\nExcavation Contractor with over 46 years Experience- Family Owned and Operated\nFree Estimates

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for MAR CONSTRUCTION LLC
MAR CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Spencerville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Concrete Driveway
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Heil Plumbing & Hvac
Heil Plumbing & Hvac
4.9(
238
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Spencerville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so grateful for your service, prompt and reliable. The entire crew who came out to work on our sewer line repair was so kind and extremely knowledgeable. When I had a follow up question, they came right back out to check the work, and went above and beyond to make sure my concerns were handled. I highly recommend your company. From our very first emergency call to the completion of the job, to the grass that is already growing to cover the big dig! Thank you for making a very difficult situation as calm and easy as possible. Jenn & Dave Peter, Columbia MD."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for DZ's Contracting LLC
DZ's Contracting LLC
4.4(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Spencerville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave showed up, all 3 days, early (7am) and worked diligently. From time to time, my wife and I had questions regarding how to ideally improve aesthetics (ultimately resale value), Dave would provide detailed responses and patiently answer our amateur questions. When we didn't fully understand he took a minute to explain. From the get-go, Dave was flexible whether in the quoting process or construction phase. If you are like us, who care more about the outcome of the project rather than a fancy uniform, Dave is your excavator. Reasonable, experienced and reliable, we feel confident recommending Dave to our friends and families."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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