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Avatar for Cleaner Than Clean
Cleaner Than Clean
4.9(
57
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Freedom, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First of all, the communication with Tom was fantastic. We had questions; he had answers. Secondly we were able to get on the schedule quickly even though we requested a Saturday strip and wax at our business. So that was wonderful. But most importantly, we got a quality job done by super nice people for a very fair price. We will definitely be using Cleaner Than Clean again! Thanks!"
Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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VP Excavating Services LLC
4.4(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Freedom, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"VP Excavating did an outstanding job on our property! From start to finish, their preparation and clearing work was done with precision, efficiency, and professionalism. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was done right, and it truly shows. Highly recommend them for anyone needing quality excavation work!"
Site prep
Culvert pipe install
Culvert pipe install
 New Parking pad
 New Parking pad

+1

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
NTK Excavation LLC
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Freedom, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Owner showed up with a small crew and a crazy new piece of equipment. Excavated down below my foundation and to the septic tank. Came into the basement and jackhammered the floor. Removed all the old terracotta pipe inside and out. Installed all new PVC pipe all the way down to the septic tank. Put gravel down to protect the new pipe. Poured concrete in the basement to close the floor back up. Only took one day to get the new pipe in. Came back the next to close the ground and floor up. Great experience, basement no longer smell like sewage."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
NTK Excavation, LLC
4.6(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Freedom, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very impressed with the retaining wall and parking pad the was completed by NTK Excavating. Nick was very transparent with the estimate and was able to work with me on a cost that I was able to afford and still complete the project to satisfaction. They were able to fit my project into their schedule and complete it in a timely manner. They were very friendly, helpful and professional through the process. Their work on the wall exceeded my expectations and if needed again in the future I would 100% give them a call."
Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Shane Moran Masonry LLC
Shane Moran Masonry LLC
4.4(
29
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Freedom, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Shane worked late into the day to get the job done ahead of the weather. I wanted the work done this year instead of next. The work is great, the price was very reasonable. His crew was very professional and polite. I have him already lined up for another job this spring."
Addition
Remove asphalt and reinstall concrete driveway
Addition
Remove asphalt and reinstall concrete driveway
Addition

+15

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
G. Horvath Plumbing
5.0(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Freedom, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gary was great from the start answered the phone when I called . Talked to me about what I needed and came and did a walkthrough the next day. Got me a estimate and once I agreed he got all the work done fast so the house was back up and running with no gas smell."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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