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Avatar for Northeast Stump Grinding, LLC

Northeast Stump Grinding, LLC

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Northeast Stump Grinding, LLC

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 5 years of experience. We value honesty, integrity and will treat your property with respect and care. We offer tree stump removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He responded quickly, did an awesome job, and is a very nice person."

Rob C on August 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 5 years of experience. We value honesty, integrity and will treat your property with respect and care. We offer tree stump removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"He responded quickly, did an awesome job, and is a very nice person."

Rob C on August 2025


"Absolutely amazing job thanks for getting rid of those 8 trees at my mother's camp"

Tony P on June 2023

Serving all of Grafton County and beyond, the professionals at Thomson Tree Service & Excavation are the go to, full service site-work, septic, and tree removal contractors you can trust to get the job done right! Call now for a free estimate!

"Absolutely amazing job thanks for getting rid of those 8 trees at my mother's camp"

Tony P on June 2023


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Chandler Construction

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Chandler Construction

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

We are a fully insured growing excavation company in southern NH. We specialize in house lots, additions, barn/garage slabs, drainage systems, yard reclamation, land reshaping, stumping, tree removal, utility trenching and house demo. 22 years of experience. we take pride in our work and try to satisfy the customer beyond expectation on every job.

"Was very pleased with the results great company"

James S on March 2022

We are a fully insured growing excavation company in southern NH. We specialize in house lots, additions, barn/garage slabs, drainage systems, yard reclamation, land reshaping, stumping, tree removal, utility trenching and house demo. 22 years of experience. we take pride in our work and try to satisfy the customer beyond expectation on every job.

"Was very pleased with the results great company"

James S on March 2022


"The 1964 bulkhead I had out back was replaced a year ago, but the wood and insulation underneath (the ceiling of the walkway underground to my basement under the back living room) took in water damage and the area was very musty for years. Tom Morneault of Morneault Environmental was the only guy I could find that would not only treat the wood to remove anything growing on it/get rid of the smell, but his team also removed old wood and insulation and re-insulated for me as part of the deal, which was still hundreds of dollars cheaper than the other companies I talked to, which would only remove the old wood and insulation, they don't put anything back in. Tom's team was here by 8:30 this morning and by 2pm they were done and it looks fantastic and smells crisp and clean. They didn't even stop for breaks or have to make any trips to get supplies, they had them all in the van, including the insulation boards. Very highly recommended if anyone is in the same situation."

Stephen T on June 2024

Veteran owned and operated with over a decade of experience in the demolition and environmental services.

"The 1964 bulkhead I had out back was replaced a year ago, but the wood and insulation underneath (the ceiling of the walkway underground to my basement under the back living room) took in water damage and the area was very musty for years. Tom Morneault of Morneault Environmental was the only guy I could find that would not only treat the wood to remove anything growing on it/get rid of the smell, but his team also removed old wood and insulation and re-insulated for me as part of the deal, which was still hundreds of dollars cheaper than the other companies I talked to, which would only remove the old wood and insulation, they don't put anything back in. Tom's team was here by 8:30 this morning and by 2pm they were done and it looks fantastic and smells crisp and clean. They didn't even stop for breaks or have to make any trips to get supplies, they had them all in the van, including the insulation boards. Very highly recommended if anyone is in the same situation."

Stephen T on June 2024


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River View Construction Co.

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River View Construction Co.

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Welcome to River View Construction Co. Established in 2014 - We offer General Contracting, Excavation, Forestry Services, Plowing & Sanding. We are fully insured & reputable. We strive to provide an elite experience, seamless, professional & with sense of urgency.

Welcome to River View Construction Co. Established in 2014 - We offer General Contracting, Excavation, Forestry Services, Plowing & Sanding. We are fully insured & reputable. We strive to provide an elite experience, seamless, professional & with sense of urgency.


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Granite State Black Toppers

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Granite State Black Toppers

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Let Granite State Black Toppers put you on solid ground. At Granite State Black Toppers, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality material, experienced installation or repair, and the best customer care in the business. We pay attention every aspect of your project to help ensure that your project is completed on time and on budget, looks great, and can stand up to years of foot or vehicle traffic. We take your project seriously and the team at Granite State Black Toppers is focused on your satisfaction. Put our team to work on your next project. Contact Granite State Black Toppers today to request a quote.

Let Granite State Black Toppers put you on solid ground. At Granite State Black Toppers, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality material, experienced installation or repair, and the best customer care in the business. We pay attention every aspect of your project to help ensure that your project is completed on time and on budget, looks great, and can stand up to years of foot or vehicle traffic. We take your project seriously and the team at Granite State Black Toppers is focused on your satisfaction. Put our team to work on your next project. Contact Granite State Black Toppers today to request a quote.



M&A Excavation, LLC.

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M&A Excavation, LLC.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Looking for top-notch excavation services in NH? Look no further than M&A Excavation LLC. Our team of experts is here to tackle all your excavation needs with precision and efficiency. Contact us today for a seamless and professional experience.

"Fantastic, the advice, design and installation was spot on. Communication and follow through and cleanup was great."

Jonathan H on October 2023

Looking for top-notch excavation services in NH? Look no further than M&A Excavation LLC. Our team of experts is here to tackle all your excavation needs with precision and efficiency. Contact us today for a seamless and professional experience.

"Fantastic, the advice, design and installation was spot on. Communication and follow through and cleanup was great."

Jonathan H on October 2023


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Busch Site Contracting LLC

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Busch Site Contracting LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Busch Site Contracting, LLC is an excavation contractor proudly serving in New Hampshire & Maine. We strive to not only meet, but exceed the expectations of our clients. Providing premier site work services from excavation, land clearing, utilities and more, we have you covered. We value our client relationships and ensure our priority to deliver seamless, on-time and successful results. We do not offer interior fuel tank removal.

"It went really well, Sean was very helpful and did the job quickly. He was tied up on another job for a while but once he got to our house, he removed the concrete steps quickly and efficiently."

Marc-Anthony S on February 2025

Busch Site Contracting, LLC is an excavation contractor proudly serving in New Hampshire & Maine. We strive to not only meet, but exceed the expectations of our clients. Providing premier site work services from excavation, land clearing, utilities and more, we have you covered. We value our client relationships and ensure our priority to deliver seamless, on-time and successful results. We do not offer interior fuel tank removal.

"It went really well, Sean was very helpful and did the job quickly. He was tied up on another job for a while but once he got to our house, he removed the concrete steps quickly and efficiently."

Marc-Anthony S on February 2025


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

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. 

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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