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Avatar for The Seasons Edge Landscaping, Inc.
The Seasons Edge Landscaping, Inc.
4.3(
35
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Serving Holmes, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mike did an amazing job excavating out a major grading issue we had from our addition we had done on our house last year. The job included excavating out dirt, installed a boulder retaining wall, regraded our lawn, applying fresh topsoil, and re-seeded our lawn. The entire project was completed within three days and the price was reasonable and fair. We are extremely satisfied with the work that was done, and the professionalism of Mike and The Seasons Edge crew. We would highly recommend The Seasons Edge Landscaping for any landscaping project you have. They will do a great job at a fair and reasonable price."
The Cutting Edge
Deck Rebuild/Repair
landscape and mowing
Deck Repair/Rebuild
complete lawn care

+43

Response time3 days
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Rain Away Drainage Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
8
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Serving Holmes, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were very professional and our project came out amazing. Their work was net and tidy. I would highly recommend them."
Border removal
Ceiling and corner
Caulking, patching and sanding prep work
Caulking, patching and sanding prep work
Border gone

+20

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Villa and Sons Construction, Inc.
4.1(
85
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Serving Holmes, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They paved my huge driveway in only two days and the outcome is excellent. Franklin arrived with a whole team of men and they worked very hard and did a quality job. I can totally recommend Villa and Sons and I will hire them again for another job in the spring."
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving

+140

Response time2 days
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter of Poughkeepsie
4.6(
10
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Serving Holmes, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was OUTSTANDING! He was a pro and extremely personable. He is highly recommended."
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Frog Hollow Development
5.0(
3
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Serving Holmes, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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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TNT Property Maintenance And Development
5.0(
2
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Serving Holmes, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom and his team were excellent to work with. They really guided me throughout the entire process with my project. From the clearing, excavation and grading to the septic installation, they did a spectacular job for a reasonable price. I would definitely recommend them and will be using them again."
Response time9 hrs
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SM Tree Removal
4.2(
5
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Serving Holmes, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Steve pricing was very competitive. He finished on time and he was very personable."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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.

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