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Avatar for DT Contracting, LLC
DT Contracting, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Owner was very polite, professional, and easy to get along with. He was also very flexible when we changed our minds about some details. They completed some landscape work that needed fill and to be leveled and seeded, installed a patio using pavers, removed several tree stumps, and reset some pavers that we are using for sidewalks. Everything was done perfectly. The prices for everything were very reasonable. We will not hesitate to call him for our next project."
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up

+28

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
4.9(
321
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Serving Southeastern, 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
Outoor Living
Flagstone
Walkway Steps

+46

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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TerravationPro
5.0(
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Serving Southeastern, 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."
After
After
Before
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My jobs

+15

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KW Excavation LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wes, is very professional and up front with his assessments. He has completed a 1/2 dozen excavation projects on my property and I was very satisfied with his workmanship. I will continue to use Wes for future projects."
KW Excavation LLC
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kowalski's Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very reliable, knowledgeable and easy to work with. Have had him do my lawn maintenance, leaf removal and trimming of bushes and trees. Always an excellent job. He has serviced my property for over four years now. Very pleased with him and his work."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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