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Avatar for DT Contracting, LLC
DT Contracting, LLC
4.8(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"DT Contracting just completed a 46’ retaining wall in front of our house and I could not possibly be happier with the quality of the work. Dan was easy to work with and professional in all manner. The dedication to detail and quality of work during construction was outstanding. Dan takes pride in his work and customer satisfaction. To put it simply, if you need a retaining wall, concrete work or other related work and you do not talk with Dan at D T Construction – Shame on you."
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up

+28

Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
4.9(
326
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pierce L, Shallis did some soding in my yard. They did an awesome job. It was done in a efficient and timely manner. I would recommend them for any of your landscaping work."
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Outoor Living
Flagstone
Walkway Steps

+46

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Groundscape Excavation and Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hard working and quick laborers completed the job in about 4-5 hours"
Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blue Cord Property Care
4.8(
65
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Bradley was not only professional & courteous, he was meticulous about his work. He responded to my inquiry for a job I needed done in record time & got me into his schedule much sooner than I had expected. He was also sweet to my little kids, who insisted they watch him use the big excavator machine. I would definitely recommend him for any lawn care issues!"
Tree Stump Removal at "The Camp at Old Mill&q
Tree Stump Removal at "The Camp at Old Mill&q
Tree Stump Removal, Honey Brook, PA
Tree Stump Removal, Honey Brook, PA
Storm Damaged Tree Stump Removal

+19

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Three Mountains Landscaping and Snow Removal, LLC
4.4(
73
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Three Mountains came and did everything perfectly. They went above and beyond and were very courteous. I will definitely hire them again."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Branching Out Design Company
4.5(
38
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did everything I asked for and did it beautifully. I highly recommend them."
Landscape, Patio, living space
Transition space from front porch to path
Landscape, Patio, Beer Garden Lighting, Sod
Front Path
During Construction

+50

Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Greenstone Gardens
4.8(
22
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great crew. Very respectful of the property. The owner was pleasant to work with. The final product was better than great."
Devon Stone Patio
Existing Concrete Before
E.P. Henry Old Towne Cobble Walkway
Overview of Patio
Driveway Before

+36

Response time1 day
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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A&B Excavating
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brent and his team completed a foundation for our addition and the process went very smoothly. We had a lot of contractors at our house and he stood out, always keeping the work area clean and clear communication."
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pool demo/cement patio
pool demo/cement patio
pool demo/cement patio
pool demo/cement patio

+16

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IDK Excavating, LLC
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

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.

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