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DBA Jory D Bailey
4.8(
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Serving Madison, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Serving Madison, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I really appreciated the great excavation and fill work that Roland Gagnon did for me. This was a driveway drainage project that required low spot filling and proper grading of the area. The driveway now has the proper slope and is draining properly. Roland went above and beyond my expectations, he will be my first call for any future work."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Northeast Stump Grinding, LLC
4.7(
55
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Serving Madison, 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%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Regenerative Gardenworks LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Madison, NH and surrounding areas

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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

53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Waterscapes of New England
3.9(
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Serving Madison, 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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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Thomson Tree Service & Excavation
4.6(
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Serving Madison, 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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Jason Cameron
5.0(
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Serving Madison, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed same day confirmation (photos) of a tenant move and a lockbox installed. Jason responded quickly and efficiently. We will definitely consider Jason for future needs."
Response time2 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SW WOOD LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Madison, 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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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