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High Bank Excavation & Sitework, LLC
4.3(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"the project was excavation of an overgrown back yard area, with tree cutting and small retaining wall to offset a deep slope. Great job, and very helpful and friendly....very professional."
 Main Walkway - Before
 Regrading back yard
 5 Bedroom Septic System Install
 Main Entry - Before
 Trenching for Sprinkler System

+18

Recommended by92%of homeowners
McAdams Excavation & Landscaping
4.3(
24
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had Ken come out to look at a stump removal and I mentioned a retaining wall project I needed to get done. Ken took some quick measurements and then came back again late that afternoon with his team and took more precise measurements. That evening I had a quote that was comprehensive and fairly priced. We quickly agreed on the project and date. Ken, Rowan and Roger showed up on time and completed the job quickly and efficiently. I would highly recommend McAdams Excavation and Landscaping for all your excavation, landscaping, and hard scaping needs. I am more than totally satisfied!!!"
Response time1 day
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mountainscapes Landscape Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We enjoyed the owner Chris and his company who preformed an outstanding job installing a fiberglass pool we never realized how involved it is I believe Chris could have install it blindfolded we are so happy what a very professional company."
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools

+38

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Mike & Macs Junk Removal
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and McKenna were outstanding to do business with. They provided a quote they were on time and Efficient and above all are professional and friendly. My experience was a great one and I will be hiring them again and referring them to others. Excellent business in Hudson."
Yard cleanout
Yard cleanout
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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IDIG
5.0(
3
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Peterborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Excellent service, professional and thorough. Brian regraded my driveway for better water control, built several retaining walls using rocks that were excavated from my property and they look beautiful! Clean up after the project was top-notch. Fully recommend."
Driveway Re-slope
Stone Retaining Wall Planter
Stone Retaining Wall Planter
Retaining Wall
Rock Retaining Wall

+18

Response time20 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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.

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