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Avatar for Joseph & Sons Construction, LLC
Joseph & Sons Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joseph and Sons had rebuilt my garage when a tree totaled it. They were right on schedule on rebuilding my garage. I definitely Would use them again. They were very good with working with my insurance company."
custom luxury home
custom luxury home
remodeled spacious basement
Renovated backyard
renovated walkway and driveway

+1

Response time1 day
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Andres General Construccion
5.0(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jonathan, Ernesto, and his Team did a great job renovating our stairs. As a first-time homebuyer, we wanted to renoâ our stairs and install metal railings. They acknowledged our concerns and answered our questions promptly. We love how our stairs and railings came out. 100% recommend these guys. I will contact them again for future projects."
Driveway
Paint job
Paint job
Composed wood deck
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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C3 Soil & Aggregate
5.0(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C3 was not the lowest cost, but they were the best. Josh and his team were punctual, worked all day, needed no supervision and did high-quality work. Josh provided some options for a better appearance and was fair in extra costs coming from excavating the slope. We are very happy with the wall and steps and even yard for summer entertaining. I recommend C3 and Josh for any hardscaping work."
Rosetta Wall Complete
Rosetta Wall Install
Before
During
Unexpected boulders

+91

Response time1 day
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A&A Home Design, LLC
4.5(
54
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

A&A Home Design are here for all your residential and commercial services needed. We do landscape construction,Hardscape construction and masonry work. The owner has 17 years experience with employees having just as much knowledge and pride in their work. We pride ourselves on our reliability, integrity, quality work and prompt service. We look forward to earning your business. \nGive us a call today for your free, no obligation estimate!

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JWSR, LLC
4.8(
12
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very Professional team of workers. Effective communication regarding additional supplies needed to complete the job and all expectations were met with timely efficiency and expertise. I would highly recommend JWSR,LLC for anyone needing a hardscape/landscape project completed."
Paver walkway
Paver walkway
Response time20 mins
Response rate90%
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D&R OUTDOOR SERVICES LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dan is fantastic! Hired him for snow removal and will be discussing landscape projects in spring. Dan is reliable, efficient and professional. Happy to have found him!"
Small Patio Walkway
Mowing Stripes
Mower
Edging and mowing
Street view

+2

Response time1 day
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M.L. Plumbing
5.0(
4
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly and easy to work with. Would recommend this service to others and request it again myself. The work is professional and what is being done is communicated very clearly so you know what to expect."
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Gamboa Landscaping, LLC
4.4(
24
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Carlos Was totally professional, great to work with and got my driveway done as agreed and in the timeframe laid out. The price was very reasonable too."
Cambridge driveway, walkway, columns and new lawn
Walkway and steps
Front Enterance
Stairs
Walkway

+12

Response time1 day
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mikula Contracting, Inc.
3.1(
39
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive, came right away to give me a quote. Started excavation right away with very experienced and friendly folks. Did everything perfectly. A real pleasure to deal with. I wish all other contractors were as good as Mikula! I highly recommend them."
Arrival on Job
Uncovering Tank
Opening Tank for Cleaning
Grading Property
Job Complete

+5

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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