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DBA Jory D Bailey
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jory Bailey did excellent quality work. We are thrilled with the result. Jory does top quality work and is highly respected by those who have used his services. The excavation was completed in a timely manner, with accuracy and precision. The grading and excavation is outstanding. It is a pleasure to work with Jory Bailey. I highly recommend his excavation and grading work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Gagnons Excavating, LLC
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Roland was very professional and worked hard! We wish we had found him sooner. We had a couple other companies â tryâ and do the work to only say the work could not be done. Roland came and not only did the work but did a great job! We would highly recommend him. Heâ s professional, hard working and very fair with pricing! Will definitely use him again for future jobs."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NH Projects LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"NH Projects LLC Timely and meticulous . Showing great attention to detail. We had some water damage and the floors and some walls had to be replaced. We had an old electric heater that had to be disconnected and they placed a call to a electrican and he was here that day , we also needed a plumber and they were able to get a plumber here also the same day. Talk about a complete package. We were beyond pleased. 5 ***** stars no doubt. Paul & Christina from Nashua NH."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northeast Stump Grinding, LLC
4.7(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"Tree stumps have been removed and the areas look like the stumps had never been there. It was done professionally. The proprietor called me shortly after I posted the project Sunday evening. We agreed that he would call me early Monday afternoon. He did so and asked if he could bring his equipment should we agree on a price. That did happen and I am very satisfied!"
Long Island Stump Grinding
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Waterscapes of New England
3.9(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contacted Carl Campbell who met with us within a few days of our call.? Carl was professional, detailed and listened to our suggestions.? Carl also provided us with ideas on how to make the patio look and feel more like it was part of the landscape.? Carl is also very knowledgeable about the permit process for both the town as well as the wetlands and zoning.? Carl also sent us information on pavers and designs.? Once the final details were in place, the patio was completed within two days.? I would highly recommend Carl and his crew and will use them again in the future."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Thomson Tree Service & Excavation
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Company was swift in responding to my job alert, following morning! Worker came two days later and gave me and excellent quote and said he would be by Monday. Monday morning I waited with baited breath and sure enough job was done by 11am. I am not used to such customer service. YES, I recommend this company and will be calling them for future jobs."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

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.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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