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Avatar for Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
4.9(
326
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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

"We contacted Pierce L. Shallis Landscaping after doing some research and reading online reviews. We needed landscape remediation as water was building up in the front side of our house (during heavy rain) and wanted a new flower bed as well. I contacted them and they got back to me right away. Pierce came out to take a look and after talking to him, I was confident he had the expertise to do the work. To no surprise, he and his crew did a fantastic job. I defaulted to his opinion about what plants would look great in the flower bed. My only request was a small Japanese maple. The communication was great from start to finish. I would highly recommend this company to anyone as they are both knowledgeable and professional. When hiring Pierce L. Shallis, you will have peace of mind that they will get the job done right."
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
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Flagstone
Walkway Steps

+46

14 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

"We had 4 estimates for our lawn renovation and stone installation project. We were immediately impressed with Scott, salesman/project manager. His knowledge and suggestions helped us decide what we wanted for our outdoor space. We knew we wouldnâ t take the lowest bid if we could afford GroundScapeâ s estimate. Weather plays a major role in scheduling outside work to be done. Because it rained all weekend before our project start date, we had to wait and we blamed the Weather Man! When GroundScape could come and get our project started, they came with all hands on deck. They did/do exceptional work. They are all the adjectives you want from a company, professional, honest, hard-working, knowledgeable, etc. We are very pleased with the quality of their work and with the results of our project. We highly recommend themâ ¦Thank you GroundScape!"
Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Blue Cord Property Care
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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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

"I consulted Angi for local landscapers and requested calls from two local companies. Pana Landscaping replied within minutes, and in two hours, Dan the owner came to our home to survey our projects and provide an estimate. We agreed and in less than 48 hours Dan's team of two landscapers arrived to do the work we proposed: remove the stone flower bed that was growing weeds and resod several areas of our lawn that were overfertilized by the last company working on our property. In short, the team of workers was efficient, professional, and did great work all in one day. Dan came at the beginning and completing of the projects to make sure all was running smoothly. Highly professional company and team. They all did terrific work that we are happy with, all at a reasonable price and speedy timeframe. Thank you, Dan and company, and we will be contacting you for future projects."
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Completed walkway
New Walkway Isntallation
Before photo

+10

82 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

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