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Ridgeview Property Management
5.0(
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Serving High Falls, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Robert did excellent work. Our hedge was in desperate need of shaping & cutting. He also pulled out our shumack trees that were all over. Property looks so much better. Thank yoi!"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
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Alp's Tree Care
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Serving High Falls, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, and thorough. They did an amazing job of taking 75 to 100 foot tree off the top of my house. Then they cover the damage with tarps to prevent further damage from the rain. I would use them again and highly recommend them to friends."
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter of Poughkeepsie
4.6(
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Serving High Falls, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their technician was friendly and knowledgeable (plus our dog loved him!). He explained everything he was doing and finding clearly and cleaned up after himself."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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M.L. Plumbing
5.0(
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Serving High Falls, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had a gas leak in my mechanical room next to my boiler and hot water heater and M.L plumbing came and tested the lines and found the leak and fixed the leaking pipe.Thanks M.L plumbing for job well done and at a very reasonable price👍."
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Frog Hollow Development
5.0(
3
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Serving High Falls, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Frog Hollow Development offers all excavation services, from the foundation to the final grade. We provide unmatched customer service and outstanding quality. We serve Dutchess County, New York, and the surrounding area. We are fully insured. We take great pride in our experience and expertise stretching over three decades that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. From digging a foundation to installing a septic system, we are the ideal contractor to address your practical and exterior property improvement needs.\n

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SHAE Land Services, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving High Falls, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

"My driveway was a mess after winter. Leon was able to grade my driveway and added more gravel. No more potholes or washouts. Highly recommend! Great work...Thank you so much."
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

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