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Avatar for W. Meyer's LLC
W. Meyer's LLC
4.7(
67
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Longport, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This is the third project Billy has done for us. He replaced an exterior door, replaced the trim on the deck and replaced the wood frame and cover on the crawl space window. He is reliable and completes the job as initially discussed. I will continue using him for future projects."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate91%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sand Castle Excavation
3.9(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Longport, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Sand Castle Excavating has been a trusted name in the septic and excavation industry proudly serving the Cape May and Atlantic County. With over 20 years of experience, our family-owned business ensures that every project is executed with precision and care. Our owner is present on every job site, guaranteeing that our high standards are consistently met. We pride ourselves on prompt and reliable service, delivering quality services at competitive prices. Our team of fully trained staff speaks both English and Spanish, making communication seamless.

New Septic Install
New Septic Install
Demolition
Demolition
Land Clearing

+15

Response time7 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rightway Waterproofing Co
4.4(
236
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Longport, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All went well except for one misunderstanding, which I covered with another subcontractor. Project, as finished, is/will be almost completely invisible, which they went out of their way to help me accomplish. Very happy with price and job. And, most important, my basement is now dry!"
Drilling weep holes
Crawlspace encapsulation
Severe mold problem
Recommended by87%of homeowners
R & S Custom Landscaping & Construction
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Longport, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The snow prevented us from cleaning out the garage. We have deferred that job. Instead, he redid a closet system that had collapsed. It was an emergency and he did a great job in a few short hours, including going to Home Depot to buy a new set of racks. I am also hiring him to install a new kitchen island and dish washer."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Coastal Contracting, LLC
Coastal Contracting, LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Longport, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Awesome company, the scope of our project was so complicated that we werenâ t sure anyone could help us! BettyAnn and Dan came, surveyed the situation, within a week had a plan in place to fix our erosion problem, and by the following week they have almost completed the project! Canâ t say enough good things about this company!"
Existing Asphalt before repair
Existing Asphalt before repair
Asphalt after Patch and Crack Repair
Sealcoating after repairs
Sealcoating after repairs

+19

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Franklin Landscaping & Property Management
4.6(
19
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Longport, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We are extremely pleased with the exceptional job that Franklin Landscaping did by removing several trees (very tall ones) from our property. They were all friendly, professional and answered any questions that we had. They cleaned up our property after they removed all debris and they even replaced the fence that we had to move to get their equipment into the backyard. We will definitely use them again for future projects and I highly recommend them!"
Patio
Patio
Patio
Patio
Patio

+145

Response time3 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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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