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D's Fencing, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Howell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amazing job installing wood fence. Quick response. Hard workers. Very impressed with this company, if you need a fence this is the company you should call. No talking to machines! JiI called Sunday job completed Wednesday 5 stars!!!"
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Chain Link Fences
Chain Link Fences
Aluminum Fence
Aluminum Fence

+36

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tito & Son Construction, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Howell, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did an unbelievable job on my backyard shed . It was falling apart now it looks brand! Very reliable hard working and polite. Would definitely refer them !"
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+42

Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Panaro Outdoor Design, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Howell, NJ and surrounding areas

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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%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Baxevanis Demolition
5.0(
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Serving Howell, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great guys. Professional and clean. Did what they said they would do and showed up when they said they would. Great communication. Will definitely utilize there services again."
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Home demolition project in Lavallette, New Jersey
Home demolition project in Lavallette, New Jersey.
Driveway removal project in Ewing Township, New Jersey.

+1

Response time9 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

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