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Spence's Tree Care

4.64(
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Spence's Tree Care

4.64(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
10 local quotes requested
6 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They were very quick to respond and followed through with everything they promised, work was top notch."

Richard S on October 2025

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They were very quick to respond and followed through with everything they promised, work was top notch."

Richard S on October 2025



Helping Hand

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Helping Hand

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Helping Hand services can help any home and anybody complete a project on their property and in their home. Water management drainage, driveways and walkways, landscape and hardscape projects (exterior patios), and all interior and exterior home remodeling and repair. Home improvements including siding, deck construction, new windows and home remodeling. Please contact us for your next project. We have great relationships with other contractors and are happy to help.

Helping Hand services can help any home and anybody complete a project on their property and in their home. Water management drainage, driveways and walkways, landscape and hardscape projects (exterior patios), and all interior and exterior home remodeling and repair. Home improvements including siding, deck construction, new windows and home remodeling. Please contact us for your next project. We have great relationships with other contractors and are happy to help.


"Nick was recommended to me by a family member who recently had their lawn hydroseeded by Coyne Brothers. They were professional, informative, and here when they said they would be! I too would recommend their services."

Chelsea B on August 2023

Family owned business with over 9 years of experience for residential and commercial Landscaping, Hydroseeding, light Excavation, Lawn and Yard work, mulch, bed maintenance.

"Nick was recommended to me by a family member who recently had their lawn hydroseeded by Coyne Brothers. They were professional, informative, and here when they said they would be! I too would recommend their services."

Chelsea B on August 2023


Eco Forestry and land management

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Eco Forestry and land management

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10 years of experience

We are a forestry mulching and land management company proudly serving New Hampshire, Vermont, & Maine We have a wide range of top of the line, cutting edge heavy equipment to help you with your projects. We treat every project equally, with our famously high standard of workmanship. Projects large or small, get it done right the first time! We are licensed & fully Insured.

We are a forestry mulching and land management company proudly serving New Hampshire, Vermont, & Maine We have a wide range of top of the line, cutting edge heavy equipment to help you with your projects. We treat every project equally, with our famously high standard of workmanship. Projects large or small, get it done right the first time! We are licensed & fully Insured.


Paul Fitzsimmons L.L.C.

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Paul Fitzsimmons L.L.C.

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Property maintenance, handyman repairs/ diagnoses, residential or commercial, landscape, hardscape, interior/exterior remodeling, concrete, windows/doors, pressure washing, excavating, and more. Been in business for 20 plus years and have experience in multiple trades. We offer a senior, disabled, and military discount. We are top-rated coming in at an average of only 75% of competitor's pricing. Give us a call to schedule a free estimate! We also wish to thank our long-term customer base who has recommended we expand to Angie's List (now Angi)

Property maintenance, handyman repairs/ diagnoses, residential or commercial, landscape, hardscape, interior/exterior remodeling, concrete, windows/doors, pressure washing, excavating, and more. Been in business for 20 plus years and have experience in multiple trades. We offer a senior, disabled, and military discount. We are top-rated coming in at an average of only 75% of competitor's pricing. Give us a call to schedule a free estimate! We also wish to thank our long-term customer base who has recommended we expand to Angie's List (now Angi)


"Justin and his team did a great job on our patio. Ver responsive and prompt."

Mark P on July 2022

Property Services company located in Delmar, NY. Services include Hardscaping, landscaping, fencing, and Snow removal. Serves both commercial and residential properties.

"Justin and his team did a great job on our patio. Ver responsive and prompt."

Mark P on July 2022


County Line Contracting

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County Line Contracting

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At County Line Contracting we are your Land Management Experts. Working with private land owners, developers and municipalities in and around the Capital Region. With many years of experience specializing in all aspects of land clearing, excavation, and forestry mulching. Providing top quality work at affordable prices.

At County Line Contracting we are your Land Management Experts. Working with private land owners, developers and municipalities in and around the Capital Region. With many years of experience specializing in all aspects of land clearing, excavation, and forestry mulching. Providing top quality work at affordable prices.


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SK Contracting of NY Inc.

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SK Contracting of NY Inc.

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We are a one stop shop and can accommodate projects from the ground up. Owner operator business with very professional employees that are personable and respectful. Our goal is customer satisfaction and quality work.

We are a one stop shop and can accommodate projects from the ground up. Owner operator business with very professional employees that are personable and respectful. Our goal is customer satisfaction and quality work.


County Wide Paving

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County Wide Paving

3.67(
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Customers say: Terrific value
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County Wide Paving is an owner operated Full service paving company with over 25 years of experience paving everything from sidewalks to parking lots. Our specialty is Driveways, We make sure that you enjoy the entire process from the initial estimate to the final walk through. If you have drainage issues or are in need of an entire removal and replace or a simple resurface. We have the knowledge and experience to go over all of your options during your FREE Estimate.

"I had Countywide Paving pave my driveway, and unfortunately, the experience has been nothing short of a nightmare. The craftsmanship was laughable. It was evident that little care or attention to detail was put into the job. Not only did this compromise the aesthetic appeal of my property, but it also raised concerns about the longevity and durability of the driveway. After two years, the sides of the driveway began to crumble and fall apart. Large cracks began to form near the middle and pieces of the driveway have since come off. I reached out to Brian for help, because he guaranteed that the driveway would be under warranty for 5 years. Brian initially responded and told me he would fix the driveway, no problem. He took down my information and said that he would get right back to me. Well that was over a year ago. My calls went unanswered, and text messages ignored. It has been incredibly frustrating to be left in the dark, especially considering the substantial investment I made in their services. Overall, my experience with Countywide Paving was deeply disappointing. Their lack of professionalism, coupled with subpar workmanship and poor communication, left me feeling cheated and dissatisfied. I would strongly advise anyone considering their services to proceed with caution or look elsewhere for a more reliable and competent contractor."

Peter P on May 2024

County Wide Paving is an owner operated Full service paving company with over 25 years of experience paving everything from sidewalks to parking lots. Our specialty is Driveways, We make sure that you enjoy the entire process from the initial estimate to the final walk through. If you have drainage issues or are in need of an entire removal and replace or a simple resurface. We have the knowledge and experience to go over all of your options during your FREE Estimate.

"I had Countywide Paving pave my driveway, and unfortunately, the experience has been nothing short of a nightmare. The craftsmanship was laughable. It was evident that little care or attention to detail was put into the job. Not only did this compromise the aesthetic appeal of my property, but it also raised concerns about the longevity and durability of the driveway. After two years, the sides of the driveway began to crumble and fall apart. Large cracks began to form near the middle and pieces of the driveway have since come off. I reached out to Brian for help, because he guaranteed that the driveway would be under warranty for 5 years. Brian initially responded and told me he would fix the driveway, no problem. He took down my information and said that he would get right back to me. Well that was over a year ago. My calls went unanswered, and text messages ignored. It has been incredibly frustrating to be left in the dark, especially considering the substantial investment I made in their services. Overall, my experience with Countywide Paving was deeply disappointing. Their lack of professionalism, coupled with subpar workmanship and poor communication, left me feeling cheated and dissatisfied. I would strongly advise anyone considering their services to proceed with caution or look elsewhere for a more reliable and competent contractor."

Peter P on May 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help you.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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.

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