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Avatar for Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a large stump & roots beneath grade.  Animals couldn't stop digging into it, and the sinkholes were a mess.  Pierce gave me an initial quote, but I wanted him to excavate well beyond the stump to make sure (if needed).  The full job, with my extra request, was to run about $1,400.  It was supposed to include grading of the surface with premium topsoil.
They came and did the job, but they only did the stump diameter (about 6 ft).  Pierce said they didn't feel we needed to go further.  Also said they didn't need any topsoil.  Said the area might settle a little as we go forward, and may need to add some soil in the future.  I thought that was a little odd, since that should have been anticipated with the original estimate.  So, I held off on this review to see how it would go.
It's been a few months, and things are going great.  Caught a vole digging out there the day after the job, but they must have realized the difference.  Haven't had an animal hole or sinking spot since.  I still think there might have been a mix up with the crew and the topsoil, but nonetheless, Pierce quickly took that amount off of the job.  He gives a great cash discount and, at the time at least, an Angie's list discount.  The whole thing cost only $500.
All in all, Pierce was very professional and responsive.  He is very quick to get back to you, and very prompt with the service.  He could have very easily done an inflated job at my request, rather he was very quick to give money back to me and say, "you didn't need that".  Had I known I could have corrected the major issue in my back yard for that price, I would have called Pierce a long time ago.  I would definitly use him again."
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Outoor Living
Flagstone
Walkway Steps

+46

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Groundscape Excavation and Landscaping, Inc.
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 Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Groundscape Excavation and Landscaping, Inc. Owner and operator, Brent, has over 20 years in the industry and knows how to get the job done right the first time! Our team specializes in all earthwork. Give us a call today for any of your needs. We look forward to helping you with your newest project. \n\nyourgroundscape.com\n\nInstagram - Groundscapeinc\n

Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Adam's Property Maintenance, LLC
4.8(
126
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Prepare for the 2024 spring season now! Give us a call at 610-331-6226 for a free estimate and on-site review at your property. We have an experienced team and a well established reputation in the Delaware County Area. \n\nVoted best of DELCO for Property Maintenance Services 2023 & 2024.

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Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Flower Bed

+32

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Cord Property Care
4.8(
65
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Malvern, 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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Greenstone Gardens
4.6(
150
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First-rate experience from estimate to completion.  Mark, Mark Jr. and their hardscaping guys were everything you'd expect from a professional hardscaping company and more.  They were the only ones to explain exactly what they were going to co in detail.  None of this "just throw the pavers down and run."  They properly excavated everything and took their time to ensure that the job was done correctly.  Despite that, the work was done faster that I expected given that the worked a full Saturday.  I let Mark choose the stone to match my stone house and could not be happier with his selection.  They even did things that I never expected.  His hardscaping guys are true craftsmen and very hard workers.  
This is a company with whom I expect to do considerably more business, and how many times do you say that when dealing with most contractors?  Their landscape design guy is next, and I'm hoping for big things from him as well.
If you're looking for a company to do what they promise at a reasonable cost and in a professional manner, you cannot go wrong with Greenstone Gardens.
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+44

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Amazon Tree, Inc.
5.0(
38
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Amazon Tree, Inc. is a locally owned and operated tree care company serving Philadelphia and surrounding areas. With more than 10 years of experience, we provide professional tree removal, tree trimming and pruning, stump grinding, root removal, and emergency tree services for residential and commercial properties. We are licensed and insured, bilingual, and committed to safe work practices, clear communication, careful property protection, complete cleanup, and free estimates.

Tree Removal
Large Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree & Shrub Removal
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Three Mountains Landscaping and Snow Removal, LLC
Three Mountains Landscaping and Snow Removal, LLC
4.4(
73
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 10 years of experience serving the Glenmoore, PA area, Three Mountains Landscaping and Snow removal, LLC, is the solution for all your lawn, and snow removal needs. We take great pride in our professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service. We strive to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Call us today!

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc.
4.8(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc., with over 20 years of experience in the excavation business, don't trust that job to just anyone! Make sure you get the job done right the first time and call me today for your free estimate!

 Excavator Digging Trench
 Excavator Digging
 Site Overview - Building Down!
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FEI Welding Truck Left, Old Excavator Right

+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pana Landscaping LLC
4.6(
51
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all\naspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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New Walkway Isntallation
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+10

83 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
Avatar for TerravationPro
TerravationPro
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Malvern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot recommend this excavation service highly enough. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. Max was an absolute pleasure to work with—professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. His work is impressively precise and efficient. Every detail was handled with care and expertise. It’s rare to find someone so reliable and dedicated to doing the job right the first time. If you’re looking for top-tier excavation work and a seamless process, this is the team to go with. Max truly sets the standard."
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My jobs

+15

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

The Malvern, PA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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