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Avatar for Ames Tree Service, Inc.

Ames Tree Service, Inc.

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Ames Tree Service, Inc.

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Ames Tree Service, INC. is a locally owned and operated fully insured company serving CNY. We value honesty and integrity and treat your property with care and respect. We offer multiple tree services that are customizable to the needs of the home owner. We offer tree removal, tree trimming, stump grinding, hedge trimming, brush mowing and lot clearing. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients!

"Had 12 stumps removed. Took them less than day. They don't offer filling the holes with dirt and seeding. I am doing that myself."

Leslie B on August 2023

Ames Tree Service, INC. is a locally owned and operated fully insured company serving CNY. We value honesty and integrity and treat your property with care and respect. We offer multiple tree services that are customizable to the needs of the home owner. We offer tree removal, tree trimming, stump grinding, hedge trimming, brush mowing and lot clearing. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients!

"Had 12 stumps removed. Took them less than day. They don't offer filling the holes with dirt and seeding. I am doing that myself."

Leslie B on August 2023

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Miller Concrete and Excavation

5.00(
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Miller Concrete and Excavation

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Based in Skaneateles, NY, Miller Construction Group specializes in concrete and excavation services across Central New York. We deliver high-quality residential and commercial projects with a focus on durability, precision, and professionalism. From driveways and garage floors to shop slabs and site prep, our team is committed to building strong foundations and lasting client relationships.

"Professional work. On time and pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend. Will be using for our other properties."

Mrs A on September 2025

Based in Skaneateles, NY, Miller Construction Group specializes in concrete and excavation services across Central New York. We deliver high-quality residential and commercial projects with a focus on durability, precision, and professionalism. From driveways and garage floors to shop slabs and site prep, our team is committed to building strong foundations and lasting client relationships.

"Professional work. On time and pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend. Will be using for our other properties."

Mrs A on September 2025

Horton's Services, Inc.

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Horton's Services, Inc.

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26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

BlitzSchnell Enterprises

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BlitzSchnell Enterprises

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16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

BlitzSchnell Enterprises is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

BlitzSchnell Enterprises is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Iron Horse GutterWorks

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Iron Horse GutterWorks

4.96(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated company with 25 years of experience. We use commercial grade materials and have the best warranty in New York. If you are looking for the highest quality work at the best prices, we are the company for you!

"This company was absolutely great to work with. They fit my job into their busy schedule during a lousy week of weather. Very prompt, professional, and would not hesitate to use this company again,"

Michael A on November 2018

We are a family owned and operated company with 25 years of experience. We use commercial grade materials and have the best warranty in New York. If you are looking for the highest quality work at the best prices, we are the company for you!

"This company was absolutely great to work with. They fit my job into their busy schedule during a lousy week of weather. Very prompt, professional, and would not hesitate to use this company again,"

Michael A on November 2018

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MJM Plumbing and Heating

4.55(
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MJM Plumbing and Heating

4.55(
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Customers say: Quick response
64 years of experience

• 2015 Super Service Award Winner! • A+ BBB Rating • Locally Owned & Family Operated • 24/7 Emergency Services! • Since 1962, We at MJM Plumbing & Heating have taken great pride in providing the BEST Customer Service possible to Utica, Rome, & the Surrounding Areas! • We consider it a privilege to be able to accommodate ALL of your Plumbing needs! • Call (315) 733-3080 to Schedule a FREE Estimate or Appointment - We look forward to working with you!

"Let me begin by stating the gentleman who did the work at my house was very polite and thus far I have no concerns regarding the work he did. He replaced a water line to my fridge and put in a utility sink in the basement. However, I will never hire MJM Plumbing and Heating again because they padded the bill by at least 4 hours of labor. Did they not realize I can read a clock?? Had Michael Mimassi given me an estimate for the two small plumbing jobs and told me it would cost me over $2300 I would not have hired him. I strongly encourage hiring any plumber other than MJM."

LISA W on December 2025

• 2015 Super Service Award Winner! • A+ BBB Rating • Locally Owned & Family Operated • 24/7 Emergency Services! • Since 1962, We at MJM Plumbing & Heating have taken great pride in providing the BEST Customer Service possible to Utica, Rome, & the Surrounding Areas! • We consider it a privilege to be able to accommodate ALL of your Plumbing needs! • Call (315) 733-3080 to Schedule a FREE Estimate or Appointment - We look forward to working with you!

"Let me begin by stating the gentleman who did the work at my house was very polite and thus far I have no concerns regarding the work he did. He replaced a water line to my fridge and put in a utility sink in the basement. However, I will never hire MJM Plumbing and Heating again because they padded the bill by at least 4 hours of labor. Did they not realize I can read a clock?? Had Michael Mimassi given me an estimate for the two small plumbing jobs and told me it would cost me over $2300 I would not have hired him. I strongly encourage hiring any plumber other than MJM."

LISA W on December 2025

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Wilcox Basement Systems Inc

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Wilcox Basement Systems Inc

4.75(
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37 years of experience

Wilcox Basement Systems, Inc. is your responsible and reputable local waterproofing company with over 30 years in the construction and basement waterproofing business. David Wilcox is the owner and has been an integral part of the Upstate Central New York Community for over 3 decades- His personal experience of building homes gives him vast knowledge in helping homeowners permanently correct their issues with basement seepage, crawlspace encapsulation and foundation repair. Wilcox Basement Systems, Inc. was built on David's own personal accountability and complete customer satisfaction. Wilcox Basement Systems waterproofing installations are backed by a transferable written warranty.

"What a truly great experience working with this local family company. My husband and I knew that we needed to redo the insulation and drainage in our basement and researched local companies. We were impressed with what we heard and read about Wilcox Basement Systems so contacted them for an estimate. After a very thorough inspection of our basement and a very detailed explanation of options, we decided to schedule them to redo the insulation in our basement with the basement to beautiful system. We also had a dehumidifier and a new sump pump with drainage added. One thing I loved about them is they showed up when they said they would, on time, and put in full days to make sure the job was getting done in a timely manner. Anne kept me up-to-date by text every single day to let me know what they’d completed and what was next in the queue. All interactions I had with every member of the family who worked at my home was genuine and pleasant. Wholeheartedly recommend them!"

Denise W on November 2025

Wilcox Basement Systems, Inc. is your responsible and reputable local waterproofing company with over 30 years in the construction and basement waterproofing business. David Wilcox is the owner and has been an integral part of the Upstate Central New York Community for over 3 decades- His personal experience of building homes gives him vast knowledge in helping homeowners permanently correct their issues with basement seepage, crawlspace encapsulation and foundation repair. Wilcox Basement Systems, Inc. was built on David's own personal accountability and complete customer satisfaction. Wilcox Basement Systems waterproofing installations are backed by a transferable written warranty.

"What a truly great experience working with this local family company. My husband and I knew that we needed to redo the insulation and drainage in our basement and researched local companies. We were impressed with what we heard and read about Wilcox Basement Systems so contacted them for an estimate. After a very thorough inspection of our basement and a very detailed explanation of options, we decided to schedule them to redo the insulation in our basement with the basement to beautiful system. We also had a dehumidifier and a new sump pump with drainage added. One thing I loved about them is they showed up when they said they would, on time, and put in full days to make sure the job was getting done in a timely manner. Anne kept me up-to-date by text every single day to let me know what they’d completed and what was next in the queue. All interactions I had with every member of the family who worked at my home was genuine and pleasant. Wholeheartedly recommend them!"

Denise W on November 2025

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Last update on January 05, 2026

Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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. 

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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