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G&T Contracting Solutions Inc
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was more than satisfied with the work they did. 4 boxwood bushes removed, a tall tree trimmed and more. I would recommend them for any outdoor work."
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Recommended by31%of homeowners
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Elegant Lawn & Garden
4.7(
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quick and did a very good job, taking out a large bush and transplanting plants & putting in new plants."
Fogarty1
Fogarty2
Pollenation Garden
Fall Mums
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

Asphalt Driveway
Asphalt Driveway
Asphalt Driveway
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Back Home and Yard Services
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have had Jack and his crew do a couple of jobs for me, I found them to be professional, punctual, and work hard the whole time they are here. If you text Jack he gets back to you quickly. I will hire them again this year. I have been very happy with them and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone."
Plantasia 2024
Plantasia 2024
Plantasia 2024
Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Cook Specialty Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They were very helpful in removing what needed t o be. They gave me their card and told me of other services they offer. Will consider using them this spring"
Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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