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JReid Farms Contracting

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JReid Farms Contracting

4.92(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very fair price for the large amount of work done. Experienced,,knowledgeable and dependable person who did exactly what he said he was going to do in the time frame that he had set forth. Friendly regular guy who I have already recommended to a neighbor next to our place on Sandy Pond..Old school work ethic rarely found today."

David B on July 2021

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very fair price for the large amount of work done. Experienced,,knowledgeable and dependable person who did exactly what he said he was going to do in the time frame that he had set forth. Friendly regular guy who I have already recommended to a neighbor next to our place on Sandy Pond..Old school work ethic rarely found today."

David B on July 2021


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EMC Property and Excavation

5.00(
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EMC Property and Excavation

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"

Ken M on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"

Ken M on October 2025


Vanepps Construction

4.86(
18
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Vanepps Construction

4.86(
18
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The best contractor that I have ever hired.Very fast and responsible.Good cost and excellent service.I would hire them to do anything and will have them do any of the repairs that I need.I cannot emphasize too much that they are a cut above!"

Terrence W on June 2020

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The best contractor that I have ever hired.Very fast and responsible.Good cost and excellent service.I would hire them to do anything and will have them do any of the repairs that I need.I cannot emphasize too much that they are a cut above!"

Terrence W on June 2020


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Peak Development Services, Inc.

4.80(
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Peak Development Services, Inc.

4.80(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

We at Peak Development Services take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

"Work was well executed. Cost was very competitive."

Donald D on September 2023

We at Peak Development Services take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

"Work was well executed. Cost was very competitive."

Donald D on September 2023


Leprechaun and Sons Contracting llc

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Leprechaun and Sons Contracting llc

New on AngiNew on Angi
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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!


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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing

5.00(
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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing

5.00(
1
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9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"

Derek J on January 2025

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"

Derek J on January 2025


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All-in Property Services

3.67(
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All-in Property Services

3.67(
3
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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Job took twice as long as promised due to half days worked. Paint on butcher block countertop, kitchen faucet, leather sofa, front porch floor. No contract or invoice provided. Price increased $600 after walk through paid $4,400 for four small rooms and two ceilings."

Michelle M on August 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Job took twice as long as promised due to half days worked. Paint on butcher block countertop, kitchen faucet, leather sofa, front porch floor. No contract or invoice provided. Price increased $600 after walk through paid $4,400 for four small rooms and two ceilings."

Michelle M on August 2025


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Precision Grading

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Precision Grading

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Precision grading,is a premier site-preparation contractor serving the north country region. We provide a comprehensive suite of earthmoving services designed to take your project from raw land to a construction-ready pad. Our Core Services Include: Precision Grading: Ensuring optimal drainage and stable foundations. Excavation: Specialized digging for basements, footings, and utilities. Land Clearing: Professional removal of brush, trees, and debris. Trenching: Secure installation prep for water, sewer, and electrical lines. Equipped with a modern fleet and a crew of seasoned operators, we pride ourselves on solving complex site challenges while maintaining the highest safety standards in the industry.

Precision grading,is a premier site-preparation contractor serving the north country region. We provide a comprehensive suite of earthmoving services designed to take your project from raw land to a construction-ready pad. Our Core Services Include: Precision Grading: Ensuring optimal drainage and stable foundations. Excavation: Specialized digging for basements, footings, and utilities. Land Clearing: Professional removal of brush, trees, and debris. Trenching: Secure installation prep for water, sewer, and electrical lines. Equipped with a modern fleet and a crew of seasoned operators, we pride ourselves on solving complex site challenges while maintaining the highest safety standards in the industry.


Horton's Services, Inc.

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Horton's Services, Inc.

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

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.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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.

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.

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