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Avatar for D&S Property Management
D&S Property Management
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Chatham, 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%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Everything Green Lawn & Landscape
4.6(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Everything Green for leaf clean up and gutter cleaning. They came a week later than anticipated after follow up but did a great job with clean up/gutter cleaning at a fair price."
Patio
Seat Wall
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care

+29

Response time2 days
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Diversified Trades
4.6(
15
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We bought an old farmhouse that we knew needed some masonry work repairing a stone retaining wall, and keeping water out of the house and rain runoff away from our wellhead. I was absolutely dreading the repair, but Greg and his crew made things easy, and took care of a huge job in 2 weeks. Even as the scope of the project grew, based on some more issues found after excavating, Greg walked us through our options and took on the expanded work instantly. I couldn't be happier with the results-- even as things got pricier than I had hoped, the work is top-notch and Gregs resourcefulness, communication, and skills are the absolute best. If your project needs craftsmanship that falls under the many diversified trades that this team can take on, consider yourself lucky. Highly recommended."
Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Elements llc
5.0(
8
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, 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."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+7

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spence's Tree Care
4.2(
26
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This job involved removing one tree and trimming another. Jack and his crew were friendly and professional. The cleanup after the job was finished was thorough. Would certainly hire for future jobs. Highly recommended."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Northeast Woodland Restoration LLC
4.7(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Chatham, 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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Clear Path Property, LLC
3.3(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clear Path Property did an awesome job! They removed our old concrete quickly and laid down fresh gravel that looks great and is super solid. They were super friendly, showed up on time, answered all of my questions, and and even completed the job ahead of schedule. I would highly recommend them and wouldn't hesitate to call them again if needed in the future."
After install
During install
After install
After
Before

+38

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mack Tree Service
4.3(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, 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
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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SMS Paving
3.9(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Replaced a pipe leading to our septic that was in bad shape. He was friendly and professional and cleaned up the area nicely before leaving."
New Driveway in Progress
Top Soil Delivered
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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