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Avatar for Long Hill Contracting, LLC
Long Hill Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Mercerville, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I meet with 5 excavators about clearing brush and putting a wood fence on my horse property. I have a nationally know show stable with Olympic caliber horses. The fields and fences have to be safe and beautiful. Ours were not , but Dave came in gave us ther reasonable and for us affordable estimate and had a real sense of quiet confidence as to how long the job would take, the smartest way to do the job and what the finished project would look like."
Excavation of contaminated soil
Loading truck for disposal of contaminated soil
Backfilling excavation with certified clean
Placement of clean material
Remediation complete

+45

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for N and J Hardscaping Landscaping, LLC
N and J Hardscaping Landscaping, LLC
4.8(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mercerville, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Nelson and his crew did an amazing job extending our paver patio in our backyard. They placed a wonderful border around the whole porch just like we asked. Would definitely recommend him and his crew for anyone to use! Abousetly outstanding work!! Thanks Nelson!"
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Alliance Service Professionals, LLC
Alliance Service Professionals, LLC
4.3(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mercerville, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service from Alliance Service Pros was fantastic! Tom Kensinger was my service pro and he delivered above and beyond my expectations. The flower bed in front of my house next to the foudation was very soggy and water was coming through the foundation into my house; assumed a water or sewer leak. Chalres from Alliance pros investigated the situation, throughouly examined the situation, checked all township/state codes and then provided a compeitive quote. Two days later Tom was onsite for the repair, it was around 90-95 degrees. He hand dug 6 ft of earth to uncover a broken water line in the foundation. Tom overcame serveral challenges with main water line shutoff not working, significant flooding while digging to get the job down. He also brought a change of clothes, before coming into the house to not muddy up my house/basement. He repaired the waterline outside and through the house and then sealed the water line and the sewer line in the foundation in and out. He took care on digging to separate the mulch and dirt, so upon refilling the hole he could leave it as he left. Lastly, he hosed down all areas of my porch, driveway and sidewalk. Basically looked liked it was never touched. He worked 12 hours and promised to not leave until we had water that night. I have never seen this dedication from a trade professional before and my long review is a return in kind for the level of work he showed my family. They will be my go to plumbing professionals from now on."
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+19

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Thomas Lee Fisher Complete Lawn Service, Inc.
3.3(
58
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mercerville, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional advice and work completed, caring concern, helpful in taking pictures during job process and friendly, honest people! Thank you! Highly recommend this company!"
Outdoor Kitchen
Large Tree Planting
Landscaping
Concrete Pavers
Kitchen

+1

Response time2 days
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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