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Karp Excavating Ltd.
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Karp Excavating did a super job clearing some land for us. Installed a driveway and leveled a pad site for a pole barn. They were timely and professional. We were very happy with the work. The barn started and I needed stone. I called and with in 1 hour I had two triaxle loads of stone. Zoe the dog was also there. She is the project manager. Haha"
Response time12 hrs
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Greg Grant Enterprises LLC
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"A pleasure to-do buisness with, I have used Greg several times and have always been completely satisfied. I wont hesitate to hire again."
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Recommended by14%of homeowners
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JTA Masonry LLC
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Customers say: Quick response

"They arrived on time on the day specified. They were courteous enough and completed the work promptly. Only drawback was a bit too pricey in my opinion."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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M. Hartman Landscaping LLC
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mackenzie’s work is excellent. She landscaped two homes for us. The plant selection and placement enhanced the homes beauty. She is a pleasure to work with, a true professional. I do not hesitate to recommend her for any landscaping and lawn management projects."
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Response time2 days
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Lawn lovers landscaping
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

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I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY, \n

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Chapman Family Enterprise LLC
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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Your Local Plumbing, Septic pumping, Sewer and Drain Cleaning Experts!\nWith more than 50 years of experience, and millions of satisfied customers, Halo remains the number one choice for professional Plumbing, Septic, Sewer and Drain Cleaning Experts!. Halo offers fast and dependable services for all of your drain, septic and excavation and plumbing needs!\n We are locally owned and operated so you can depend on our responsiveness, accountability and personal attention. \nWe always return your call and show up on time. \nWe specialize in sewer and drain cleaning, well, grinder, sump pumps. Excavation and drainage work and solving water problems as well as wet basements.\nWe offer custom waterproofing solutions.\nSeptic Repair, Sewer and Plumbing Services\n\nvisit us on Facebook at Halo Environmental Solutions

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Personal Touch Landscaping Inc
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Emergency services offered

Our reliable and professional team of experts have over 30 years of experience and can provide a range of services for your entire property. Year-round landscaping, design and maintenance will keep your property looking great! We provide a variety of services ranging from your everyday lawn maintenance to snow removal in the winter. We also provide hardscaping services like custom stone walls and retaining walls, decking, sidewalks, etc. Anything you need, we can do!

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Response time2 days
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One Stop Roofing Pros LLC
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Serving Dalton, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they were extremely professional,very neat courteous and my floors came out beautiful  I would recommend them to all my family and friends.  "
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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.

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