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Avatar for Finest Property Maintenance LLC
Finest Property Maintenance LLC
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Barnegat, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Met with Mike from finest property maintenance to discuss some drainage & landscape ideas for my yard. Not only was he the best priced around but he was honest, he told me what he recommends and what I really didn't need. Talking with him he cut the fluff and extra sales pitch I felt with so many other companies and it really showed. Mike & his crew were dependable respectful of the property and neighbors and went above and beyond to make sure every single need on our list was met ! I highly recommend finest for any of your work, it's clear their knowledge spans across multiple trades and mike had some knowledge and recommendations for alot of my project!"
Excavator removing trees around property
Tree removal
Tree Removal
Dump Truck
Dump Trailer & Truck

+24

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for JWM Landscaping
JWM Landscaping
4.5(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Barnegat, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are very happy to have found Jake and his crew from JWM landscaping. At a very busy time of year for landscapers Jake got right back to me and came that very same day to mow our lawn ( which was a mess) and were reasonably priced. Very pleased with our experience and highly recommend."
The start of a new front landscape
The start of a new front landscape
The start of a new front landscape
The start of a new front landscape
The start of a new front landscape

+90

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Raluca Cleaning Services, LLC
4.6(
38
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Barnegat, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Raluca and her husband deep-cleaned my friend home. Actually, it was way more than a deep-clean. They found grime and dust in spots I had not known existed. The kitchen had seemed beyond hope to me, but after Raluca was done with it, it sparkled!"
Heavy cleaning
Heavy cleaning
Heavy cleaning
Heavy cleaning
Heavy cleaning

+39

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Bonk's Trucking and Grading
Bonk's Trucking and Grading
4.5(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Barnegat, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They started on time explained everything that would be done they are experts and professional everything was cleaned uwhen they completed. I highly recommend them. Josh the owner is so plesant to deal with thanks Josh"
Driveway
New Asphalt driveway
New asphalt driveway
Brick paver walkway
New Asphalt driveway

+1

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for DOUBLE TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL SERVICES
DOUBLE TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL SERVICES
4.8(
21
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Barnegat, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This crew is amazing!  My uncle needed to have a tree removed from our
backyard... I'm talking HUGE with many of the biggest limbs leaning over
our neighbors house.  He came over right away and gave a reasonably
priced quote.  I discussed it with my uncle and decided to go ahead and
use his services.  He removed this tree in two days, even with it being
some of the hottest days its been in a while!  His whole crew was
extremely kind and they made sure to clean up very carefully after they
were done. They even took a look at my broken car when they
noticed me filling my radiator with water!  We were thrilled with the
services this crew gave us and would recommend them to anyone.
"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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