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Avatar for D&S Property Management
D&S Property Management
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job taking down a few trees for us. They were efficient in the removal and clean up! The cost was reasonable. I definitely would recommend them if you need some yard work done!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RM Contracting & Excavation
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Randolph was fantastic at every stage of our project to fully rework our driveway in Woodstock, which had apparently never been touched since it was first built 40 years ago. He gave us the best estimate in price, quality, and detail among 6 we solicited. When it came to doing the work, he was professional to an extreme, responsive to all our concerns, wise in responding to an unforeseen problem in repairing the drainage plan, and (as an unexpected bonus) artful in reshaping the driveway in a manner that improved the look of our entire site. You won't find a better partner for your project."
Response time12 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Farrand's Landscape
5.0(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Immediate response to my inquiry Extremely professional Enjoyable to work with Red carpet treatment!! Outstanding value"
Pruning/ Trimming & New Mulch
Brick Paver Patio
New Fire Pit
Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Elements llc
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I never used Angi but so glad I did. All Elements llc came to my rescue. As a disabled Veteran I can not move much and needed a recliner sofa removed quick since a new one was being delivered within a few days. Angi sent me Mike from All Elements. I called he was so accommodated and said no worries. He came with his fiancee and they were so friendly, helpful and just wonderful people. I will be hiring them again in the Spring to help with my storage unit. I knew I was in good hands and was such a relief to have met Mike. Now I can sleep better at night."
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Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spence's Tree Care
4.2(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Showed up on time, cut down 2 Huge trees from my yard in record time! Quick, efficient and friendly! HIRE this company!"
Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Northeast Woodland Restoration LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"He got it done. Fair prices too"
Pine Tree top removal
Pine Tree top removal
Pine Tree top removal
Pine Tree top removal
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mack Tree Service
4.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional; knew exactly what wanted done and completed same day. Cleaned up areas of branches and debris from work done."
Response time2 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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SHAE Land Services, LLC
5.0(
3
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"My driveway was a mess after winter. Leon was able to grade my driveway and added more gravel. No more potholes or washouts. Highly recommend! Great work...Thank you so much."
Land Clearing
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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