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J&H Excavating, LLC

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J&H Excavating, LLC

Located In:
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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43 local quotes requested

We specialize in excavating services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."

Sheri N on April 2023

We specialize in excavating services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."

Sheri N on April 2023

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Tong's Total Site Services

1220 State Route 124
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Tong's Total Site Services

1220 State Route 124
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Very professional and curtious.. Does nice work and quickly. Highly recommend them to anyone."

Bill P on July 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Very professional and curtious.. Does nice work and quickly. Highly recommend them to anyone."

Bill P on July 2022

Top Shot Drilling

10855 Salem Church Road
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Top Shot Drilling

10855 Salem Church Road
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4 years of experience

Specializing in excavation, land clearing and underground drilling. Small, owner-operated business with dedicated crews. Over 50 years of combined experience. Top Shot Drilling was established in 2021 and aims to deliver prompt, topnotch service to all customers whether they be large corporations or individual homeowners.

Specializing in excavation, land clearing and underground drilling. Small, owner-operated business with dedicated crews. Over 50 years of combined experience. Top Shot Drilling was established in 2021 and aims to deliver prompt, topnotch service to all customers whether they be large corporations or individual homeowners.

Mws

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Mws

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We perform excavation and demolition services. We do site prep, utilities, land development and site clean up and some concreate work and driveways. We have over fifty years experience. We value the needs of the customer and perform all work in a professional manner.

We perform excavation and demolition services. We do site prep, utilities, land development and site clean up and some concreate work and driveways. We have over fifty years experience. We value the needs of the customer and perform all work in a professional manner.

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Greenwalt Outdoor Construction

2713 Trego Creek Rd
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Greenwalt Outdoor Construction

2713 Trego Creek Rd
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17 years of experience

Planning an exterior project? Look no further, for all things outdoor! Our experienced team offers quality service in the following fields: -Fiberglass swimming pools -Pool & spa equipment repair or replacement -Concrete: structural, flat work, decorative, finish, saw cutting -Dozing, land clearing & groundwork -Excavating -Footings, foundations, basements -Patio & decking -Retaining walls -Hardscapes -Underground utilities -Septic repairs -Driveways -Trenching & drainage Greenwalt Outdoor Construction is a locally owned, owner-operated company with a manageable team, that offer you over 65 years of combined experience in the industry!

Planning an exterior project? Look no further, for all things outdoor! Our experienced team offers quality service in the following fields: -Fiberglass swimming pools -Pool & spa equipment repair or replacement -Concrete: structural, flat work, decorative, finish, saw cutting -Dozing, land clearing & groundwork -Excavating -Footings, foundations, basements -Patio & decking -Retaining walls -Hardscapes -Underground utilities -Septic repairs -Driveways -Trenching & drainage Greenwalt Outdoor Construction is a locally owned, owner-operated company with a manageable team, that offer you over 65 years of combined experience in the industry!

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P&H general contracting Llc

1587 Sheri Ln
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P&H general contracting Llc

1587 Sheri Ln
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We strive to be the best in the business call today for ur free quotes on anything you need done. Roofing siding new construction remodeling decks buildings concrete drywall painting flooring

"It was very good. They were very professional. They answered our problem and tell me what was wrong. They did pretty well and knew what they were doing. The price was very reasonable. The work was good. They were very knowledgeable on what they did."

Rick W on January 2021

We strive to be the best in the business call today for ur free quotes on anything you need done. Roofing siding new construction remodeling decks buildings concrete drywall painting flooring

"It was very good. They were very professional. They answered our problem and tell me what was wrong. They did pretty well and knew what they were doing. The price was very reasonable. The work was good. They were very knowledgeable on what they did."

Rick W on January 2021

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

Trenching is not the same as boring. Boring uses a drill to make a tunnel for underground utilities, but trenching involves digging with an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. Boring is more precise and expensive, and it’s best for installing utilities underneath buildings, roads, and bodies of water. Trenching is simpler but can cause more disruption to landscaping and ecosystems.

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