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Avatar for Nickel City Property Maintenance
Nickel City Property Maintenance
4.9(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Boston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They showed up at the promised time and were very efficient. They identified the problem and cleaned out downspouts and gutters. We are very pleased with their work and would recommend them to others. We will definitely use them for any other projects."
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+22

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Precision Drainage & Excavating
Precision Drainage & Excavating
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Boston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Demolished old wall to make bathroom bigger . Built new walls , drywall and compound done . Moved toilet to make room for new shower . Installed new shower along with all the plumbing - shower and toilet . Took out a kitchen cabinet and a wall . Flipped the cabinet sideways up against the wall . Installed new faucets in : kitchen , 2 bathrooms sinks and in the 2 showers . Fixed drain pipes under kitchen sink . Jack hammered hole in cement floor of the cellar and put in a sump pump , drainage tile and stones , plus ran drainage line outside ."
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
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Response time3 days
Response rate94%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Terra Firma Services
Terra Firma Services
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Boston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed some stump grinding done. He was professional and very reasonably priced and was able to fit me in quickly. Cleaned up after the job also which other estimates I had gotten did not include clean up. I also had him give me an estimate and will be coming back for landscaping cleanup, edging and mulching. Very hard worker, polite and professional. Would recommend!!"
Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for L&M EXCAVATION AND SNOWPLOWING LLC
L&M EXCAVATION AND SNOWPLOWING LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Boston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

L&M excavation and snowplowing LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and\ncraftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide\nour employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Concrete driveway
Concrete patio
Concrete side walk
Concrete side walk
125 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bravestone construction
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Boston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Bravestone Construction, we provide reliable, high-quality construction and maintenance services for both residential and commercial clients. Our team is built on integrity, skilled craftsmanship, and a commitment to getting every job done right.\n\nFrom home improvements to commercial projects, we focus on efficiency, clear communication, and lasting results—no matter the size of the job.\n\nConsistency in service. Confidence in every result.\n

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Amp lawn care service
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Boston, NY and surrounding areas

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Amp lawn care service is a full-service landscaping and excavation company dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces with precision, quality, and care. We specialize in everything from site preparation and grading to custom landscape design, hardscaping, drainage solutions, and property maintenance. With a strong focus on reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction, our experienced team uses modern equipment and expert techniques to ensure every project—big or small—is completed on time and built to last. Whether you’re improving your home’s curb appeal or preparing land for new construction, we bring the skill and attention to detail your project deserves.

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

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.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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.

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