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D&S Property Management
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Damion and crew were hard working and thorough. They removed a very tall pine tree, took away all the debris and ground the stump. They left the property neat and clean. I would definitely recommend this company."
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RM Contracting & Excavation
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Randy was everything you would want in a contractor. He showed up on time worked hard and he did more than we agreed to! He was knowledgeable eager and efficient. If I need for his services arises again, I will call him right away."
Response time11 hrs
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Spence's Tree Care
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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"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
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Mack Tree Service
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Great tree removal! I can’t even tell the tree was even there! Hard working staff & better pricing than any previous quote I received. Will be using them again in the future and highly recommend."
Response time1 day
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SHAE Land Services, LLC
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"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."
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Arbor Edge
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Serving Hunter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!\n

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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