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Aaron's Landscaping
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Serving Mount Union, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Aaron and his crew did a great job. Extremely pleased with the quality of their work. Had 12 pine trees taken down. Had Aaron spread top soil and seed. So far a week and 1/2 later we have grass. I would not hesitate to recommend Aaron for your next landscaping project. Pictures to follow"
Response time2 days
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Book Construction, LLC
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Serving Mount Union, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Offers commercial services

Book Construction, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 20 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Miner Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Mount Union, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Noah is dependable. He is knowledgeable. He has great people skills. I have enjoyed working with him on several projects at my home. I would highly recommend Miner Excavation."
Response time1 day
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Whitsel's Excavating and Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Mount Union, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly and professional. Grear results, on time and exactly to spec. Will definitely work with Whitsel's Landscaping again."
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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
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Serving Mount Union, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Credit card accepted

"The project went extremely smooth with no damage to the yard. Bob and his crew were punctual and the cleanup was thorough.I would
 highly recommend his companys sevices to anyone needing a shed or gazebo.


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K N M Excavating
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Serving Mount Union, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation services that are customizable to each individual project. 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!

Response time5 days
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Kerstetter Land Clearing and Excavation
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Serving Mount Union, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had him dig out tree stumps and level out and seed our front yard,very happy with the work ,then we got him back to trim our treelines along our feilds ,very happy with the job well done at a very fair price!! Give him a call for any project!!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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. 

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

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