"Pierce L, Shallis did some soding in my yard. They did an awesome job. It was done in a efficient and timely manner. I would recommend them for any of your landscaping work."
"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"
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"We hired Terravation Pro to complete major regrading work on our yard to address long-standing water diversion and drainage issues—and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the results.
From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, Max (the owner) was the definition of professionalism: courteous, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain his plan in detail and made thoughtful recommendations tailored to our property’s unique challenges.
The quality of the work exceeded every expectation. Max completed the job himself, showing an incredible level of care and precision. He managed to preserve much of our existing landscaping, which was no small feat, and he prioritized safety at every stage. His attention to detail and commitment to doing things right the first time truly set him apart.
Max showed up exactly when he said he would and charged us a very fair price - wouldn’t hesitate to use again and recommend!"
"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!"
"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!"
"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!"
The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.
A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive.
There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.
Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.
If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.
The Thornton, PA homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Discover the average excavation cost in Philadelphia, PA. Learn what you can expect to pay for local excavation services and prepare your property for building.
Excavation costs $1,500 to $6,300 for most residential projects—but it depends on factors like the size of the area. This guide will help you plan a budget.