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Avatar for Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
4.9(
323
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Serving Morton, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have received several compliments regarding the landscaping just completed. Pierce and his team were an outstanding resource for renovation of what appeared to be a hopeless mess of weeds and stumps in the front of our home; resulting from overgrown shrubs and so-called "dwarf" evergreens removed previously. Pierce was a patient and eager landscaping contractor, listening carefully to our needs and budget and formulating a beautiful refurbishment of the area described above. Pierce's knowledge of plant selection appeared comprehensive and he helped us understand and select an attractive array of perennials and shrubs. Further, Pierce engineered a near weed-free planting area that made our curving flagstone walkway especially attractive. Pierce L. Shallis Landscaping & Design is not the cheapest but his prices are very reasonable for the thoughtfulness of design and the quality of their work."
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Outoor Living
Flagstone
Walkway Steps

+46

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
74
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Serving Morton, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did excellent work , they were reliable knowledgeable professionals and were very punctual and were easy to contact throughout the entire process from quote to finish . I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing home repairs"
decks
decks
decks
decks
decks

+6

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greenstone Gardens
4.8(
22
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Serving Morton, PA and surrounding areas

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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
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Garcia GT Landscaping & Hardscaping, LLC
Garcia GT Landscaping & Hardscaping, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Morton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Super kind and communicative team, and the lead landscaper started immediately. Rates were reasonable, and the work was fast and clean. I've hired the company to do weekly lawn maintenance. Thumbs up!"
Full backyard clean up
Full backyard clean up
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
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Davis Home Remodel and Flips
5.0(
6
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Serving Morton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired the Davis remodeling company in June to rid our property of a tremendous amount of yard debris. Larnell was quick to respond and came out promptly for an estimate. He did an amazing job, which was not easy on an extremely hot day! Estimate was reasonable and would definitely recommend! He is also a very nice and professional person!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
5
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Serving Morton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and crew took a dilapidated wall and recycled all material in the installation. Came out great! He's also completed other concrete and retaining wall work for me and my company. Highly recommend!"
New Back yard
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+1

43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Affordable Handyman
5.0(
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Serving Morton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with this handyman. Very affordable, professional, and reliable. He showed up on time, explained what needed to be done clearly, and finished the job quickly without cutting corners. The quality of work was excellent, especially for the price. It?s hard to find someone honest and skilled these days, but this is definitely someone I?d recommend and hire again."
Cutting board display
Built in bookcase
Built in bookcase
Shoe closet
Shoe closet

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

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.

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.

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