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Avatar for GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I definitely recommend GMC landscaping to anyone looking to do hardscape work and will consider him in the future if I have any other projects that I would like to get done. I hired Jorge to install a new set of front steps and a couple relatively large retaining walls around my driveway. Throughout the entire process, he was very easy to get in contact with and if I ever had a question, he was always very prompt to get back to me. Jorge was also very flexible with me as well. I was working on a budget and was willing to put in some labor myself to tear down and dispose of the old steps and wooden retaining walls. I was able to do most of the demolition work myself before his crew came out for the prep and install. His crew are extremely hard workers. There were a few relatively hot days and a lot of the work needed to be done by hand. His guys have an extremely good work ethic and it was impressive seeing them get so much done in a short amount of time. Each one of the blocks they used weighed 80lbs+ a piece and I can tell that their work is going to stand the test of time. The walls and steps are straight and level and the quality of materials used are going to last a long time. The results have blown away my expectations. I've had multiple people stop after seeing the new steps and walls installed and asked for Jorge's information after seeing his work."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ridgeview Property Management
Ridgeview Property Management
5.0(
16
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Ridgeview Property Management to trim the rhododendrens around my property. Rob scheduled the job in the timeframe I requested and completed the work on the day promised. The work was done professionally and the property was left neat and clean. I highly recommend their work"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for RM Contracting & Excavation
RM Contracting & Excavation
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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 time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Alp's Tree Care
Alp's Tree Care
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin Powell, the owner of Alps Tree Care, was exceptionally responsive and professional throughout the course of the project, being the removal of 10 mature, (partially to fully) diseased ash trees that we situated within striking distance of my house. Austin visited my property the morning after I called him to provide a quote. His price was at the lower end of multiple bids that I had received from a few of his local competitors. I accepted his bid because he patiently explained, with the confidence of an experienced arborist, how he was going to remove the trees without accidentally crushing my house...which was a nightmare scenario which was easily imagined if you viewed the trees that I needed removed. On the first day of the tree removal, Austin and his team, which included his fit as fiddle mother, worked with military precision to simultaneously fell seven of the trees, wood chip the branches that were not going to be cut up for firewood, while cleaning up the debris that accumulated around the house. The downed trees were then chain sawed into logs that were sized in length for firewood. The second day the rest of the trees were taken down and my property was cleaned up in spectacular fashion. On the third day Austin showed up with a team of modern day Paul Bunyans, sharpened axes in hand (and a gas-powered log splitter as backup), who proceeded to split the logs into 4-5 cords of firewood. It was an amazing feat of strength and skill...and great spectator sport. They situated the green wood into two piles, with easy access to my two woodsheds. I will move the firewood to the woodsheds after a few months of outdoor curing. All that said, I would not hesitate to recommended Alps Tree Care."
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for M.L. Plumbing
M.L. Plumbing
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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