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Avatar for Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Service
Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Service
4.8(
26
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Serving Dunellen, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The original project turned into an emergency project because of a storm that brought down two huge trees. Sage handled the removal of the debris of the fallen limbs and removed the trees. We were impressed with the crew. We will be contacting them for the original project in the near future. They left a very good impression."
Tree Trimming
Sage Expert Tree Service
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming

+19

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Andres General Construccion
5.0(
9
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Serving Dunellen, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently bought a house in need of work, my wife and I thought it would be a great idea to do our own projects around the house. Soon enough , we realized we had no idea how to proceed with our outdoor space. He hired Andres general construction, they provided guidance and a great customer service. We are very pleased with the outcome. I will be definitely hiring them again for future projects. Thank you Andres!"
Driveway
Paint job
Paint job
Composed wood deck
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Alas Construction & Landscaping Services, LLC
4.9(
26
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Serving Dunellen, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Rafael and his crew are punctual, professional and accurate with their work. This is the 2nd time I've hired Rafael to handle my project and the project turned out great! Knowledgeable and most importantly they have the machineries to complete the tasks on hand. Next up will be my fence and backyard!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Panaro Outdoor Design, LLC
4.3(
172
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Serving Dunellen, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gene immediately responded to our request for a quote and professionally evaluated the project. Lance and his crew carefully carried out the drainage project and regrading, and made improvements to the original plan as they further evaluated the project while it was in progress. When the job was complete, all debris was removed. All around superb customer service!"
Pavers Down
Pavers Finished and Locked in
Gino himself putting the finishing touches
Beautiful shrubs
Another walkway done

+299

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RG Tree Service
5.0(
14
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Serving Dunellen, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"RJ tree service removed a few trees for me and trimmed some bushes as well. The crew was respectful and efficient and left my property looking better than before. I highly recommend using this company and I will be using them again if I need more trees removed."
Tree Fell
Trimming
Storm Damage
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Scenic Land Design
5.0(
4
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Serving Dunellen, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I've been using the company for landscaping and clean ups for several years. They have always been prompt and courteous. I would highly recommend!"
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+1

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Slover Contracting, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Dunellen, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had my 40â x20 inground pool and the concrete patio demoâ d and filled with clean dirt in 2 days. Professional and fast with his machines to get the job done!"
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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