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Starkie Brothers Landscaping Inc
4.9(
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Serving Copiague, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

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Emergency services offered

"The landscaping came out beautiful. When you hire Starkie Bros. you get the platinum package every time. We used them 21 years ago to do the pavers and landscape around the pool in the yard. We were extremely happy then as we are now. He even had several of the same workers and they remembered working on our yard. He also did our front walkway in pavers a couple of years ago. I would definitely recommend John Starkie!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
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PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
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Serving Copiague, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Emergency services offered

"Had a backup a few days before and wanted to determine if it was a simple clog or cesspool related. They sent out a tech (Jimmy) the same day. He located both cesspools and walked me through my options. He was honest and patient, answering all my questions along the way."
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Puppa Group
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Serving Copiague, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"Great customer service from start to finish, We had an old garage and large concrete pool we wanted demolished, to make way for your new backyard project, They came when they said and everything was perfectly clean when they left. They where always there for any questions we had, Would highly recommend."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
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Lorenzo Napolitano Construction Inc.
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Serving Copiague, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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Customers say: True professional

"Excellent job, all work expertly done and met all promises. Work done on time and went above and beyond. Even did some work that was not part of the project. Would gladly recommend."
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+72

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
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Shoreline Property Works
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Serving Copiague, NY and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

Welcome to Shoreline Property Works and Smart Living—your trusted partner for home repairs, upgrades, and smart home solutions. From everyday maintenance and expert handyman services to thoughtful improvements, custom installations, and seamless home automation. We keep your home connected, looking its best, and operating at its highest level.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

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).

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