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Avatar for Morton Excavation
Morton Excavation
4.9(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Morton Excavation was GREAT! I asked for 2 estimates, one with a small retaining wall, one without. After receiving the estimates, I contacted Morton and asked how soon could they get started? “Next week, and we should be done in a couple days.” They did have to put me off for one day, but they completed the job in 2 days, cleaned up the work area, and did an excellent job. Thanks!!"
Gallery
Fire Hydrant install
8in ductile iron / fire hydrant install
Culvert Drainage
Culvert Drainage

+11

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Gagnons Excavating, LLC
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, 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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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, 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%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Four Tree Landscaping
4.7(
88
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Four Trees to do fall clean up at our property in Farmington. Matt from Four Trees was great to work with. He came within a couple of days to review the property and provide an estimate. He explained the considerations that factored into the estimate clearly, i.e., property abutting a lake, sloped land, fencelines on both sides with rock walls, etc. He responded quickly to all questions and was able to work with me to find a comfortable price point. I needed the job done within the week and they came through. The professional and friendly crew did a very thorough clean up and the yard looks fantastic! Definitely will hire again."
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Waterscapes of New England
3.9(
26
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Wakefield, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was a complex project with a lot of moving parts.
Several thousand square feet of patio, complicated pool coping and a significant amount of reconstruction. The land I gave Carl to work with was ugly and unstable.
I give Carl an A for time and price because of the value he brings to the table. Not because he's the cheapest or the fastest sprinter.
Some significant challenges materialized over the course of the job that added time and cost to the project. The great thing is Carl rolled with the punches, reacted fast, didn't compromise quality, and never asked for more money.
This was not an easy piece of land to work with. A 40 year old pool patio on shaky foundations.
His foreman/mason Eddie is the only person I trust to do anymore work on my hardscape/landscape. His ability, attention to detail and work ethic is unquestionable.
Carl brings 30 years of experience to the table; great design ideas, flexibility, problem solving, vision..........value!!
Additionally, Carl has a fantastic network of partners that are just as reliable.
I would be happy to provide a reference to all serious buyers.
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Prime Developments
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Wakefield, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Whether you are looking to build a custom home from the ground up or expand your current space with an addition, Prime Developments specializes in bringing your unique vision to life. As a leading custom home builder, we design and craft stunning custom homes and high-quality new construction homes tailored to your lifestyle. We focus on budget-friendly new homes as well as high-end luxury custom homes. If you aim to maximize your property’s value and footprint, we also excel in seamless additions to existing homes, custom garages, and in designing modern accessory dwelling units (ADUs). From concept to completion, we combine premium craftsmanship with smart design to create spaces you’ll love for a lifetime.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

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.

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