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Avatar for Baker Land Worx
Baker Land Worx
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Joe came to my parents' house to give us an estimate to trim bushes and trees and do an initial cleanup around the perimeter of the house. He was the first one to call me back. We discussed what we wanted done around the house. I also asked him to send me the pictures after he was done, since I wasn't going to be at my parents' house to see the results. He called a few days later to verify the appointment. He and his partner came on time and worked very hard trimming and cleaning up the yard as we discussed. My parents were very happy with the results of the trimming and cleanup. Joe sent me the pictures as I had asked because I wasn't there. They did a great job and my parents and I were very happy with their work. Joe is a very nice guy and followed through with everything we discussed. I am going to hire him again to clean up the yard in the Fall."
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Before
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Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project

+20

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AJF Construction
4.9(
56
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Anthony was wonderful. Did the job on short notice. Was reasonable honest professional and a pleasure to work with. Anthony and AJ did the job and did it well in record time. Very happy I went with this company. Highly recommend them"
Sewer main repair
Sewer main repair
Sewer main repair
Sewer main repair
Septic repair

+21

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AFFORDABLE LAWNS & MAINTENACE LLC
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When I bought my house, I had gardens and flowerbeds in the front yard that were in desperate need of attention. They were able to cut everything back, pull out the overgrown weeds, and replace the mulch. They did a great job and I will definitely be using them again."
Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lawn In Order Excavating And Landscape Design
4.0(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Matt and the crew had to deal with some unpredictable weather, but got the job done well. So very glad that I hired Matt! He is very knowledgeable and got the job done right."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Cappella Enterprises Landscape Design & Development, Inc.
Cappella Enterprises Landscape Design & Development, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am so impressed and pleased with the quality, integrity, and professionalism Rob Capella of Capella Enterprise Landscape Design and Development stands for. This gentleman has the heart of a teacher, along with a love of creating something functional and beautiful. He explained every step of the way what was needed for our retaining wall, and how a retaining wall functions; grading, drainage, equipment needed, etc. The gentleman in his crew worked tirelessly. He went above and beyond to work with us, especially since in digging they hit shale, which was a complete headache for them, and meant the job would take longer. Yes, it did mean that the job would cost more because you can't build a wall on shale, but Rob had thoroughly discussed with us ahead of time that you never know what you are going to find when you dig so we were definitely OK with having to deal with that. He also did what he could to make it work on both ends, and we are eternally grateful to him for that!"
Custom outdoor Kitchen
Custom Grill
Circular fire pit with pavers and lighting
curved walkway and planter with custom planting
Ken's House

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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