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DBA Jory D Bailey
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job and I continue to use them. They are very knowledgeable and they were very responsive with solutions. We would highly recommend them to anyone."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Regenerative Gardenworks LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I had a tree fall on my shed and garage. Regenerative Gardenworks was very quick to get me a quote, and were able to do the work quickly. They showed up, removed the tree safely and cleaned up the mess. Highly Recommend."
Garden Install
Driveway Install
Garden Design
Brush Hogging
Hardscape

+20

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LABRADOR EQUIPMENT SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Customers say: Quick response

"Great crew and amazing clean-up at the end!!! Pricing was good and fair... about right with the increase of everything around us... and maybe even a bit below market. Worth every penny! There is some real talent with these lads so hire them if they can fit you in to their schedule. ALSO... saved me BIG TIME when my water main let go a few months later. I WILL be calling them again... as soon as I find something else to break."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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 Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was excellent and did a very good job. He held to all of his promises and was very professional. He stayed with the price he originally quoted and he was very responsive to anything I asked. His son works with him and was also a pleasure to work with. ?I would highly recommend him."
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Green Acres Lawncare
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic customer service & fair prices!!! I highly recommended ..great customer service is very hard to find these day. Whenever you need trees removed from your property, reasonable rates, & fast efficient service â ¦. this is the company for you!!!"
Response time12 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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SW WOOD LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I was very pleased with the work he did, he has a nice way of explaining things , I sure I will hire him again for other projects when needed he is a very pleasant person to deal with. Tank you Scott for being such a nice guy ."
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C&L Cass Construction
2.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Chris worked with my schedule to get a foundation in and also fixed up my driveways, made great suggestions. He showed up and completed the work exactly as he promised and kept the site tidy all through the project. A pleasure to work with!"
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D.R Guilmette Landworks
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Lyman, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

D.R Guilmette Landworks has extensive experience working with various areas of land developing. From building site preparation, to new patios for an existing home, our company can do it all.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

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