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Avatar for Colt's Property Services LLC
Colt's Property Services LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Palmer, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Colt’s property service has done multiple projects for me and has done a good job with all of them. Most recently he regraded underneath my deck. And replaced the old footings. It was very tight and tricky to get a machine in, but he managed with no problems. Would definitely recommend going forward."
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The Woodline Co., Inc.
4.4(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Palmer, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Customers say: Quick response

"Terry was great! He knew exactly what we wanted and ended up doing a fantastic job! I would highly recommend him. Plus, he is such a nice person, a pleasure to talk and work with. Dedicated professional!"
Center Valley Pool and Deck
Pool and Deck
Pool and Deck
Pool and Deck
Existing Deck and tub.

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Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JLS Landscaping and Lawncare
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Palmer, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were great and took a lot of time when giving their quote. I would have used this service, but got a better quote."
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Response time12 hrs
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Shernce Services
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Palmer, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are a fully insured excavating, landscaping and demolition contractor looking to serve all your needs.

Response time1 day
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Cano Services
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Palmer, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Cano Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Edge Landscaping and Excavation
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Palmer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edge landscaping and excavation did a Fantastic job filling in my pool pricing was good I will work with him in the future for more projects"
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Response time2 days
Response rate91%
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Andrew Czapkowicz
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Palmer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldnâ t ask for any better business to help with my excavating needs, the work was clean professional, and done in a timely manner. All the workers were kind and would go above and beyond my asking. Highly recommend these guys."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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. 

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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.

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