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Wagner Construction
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Serving Cumberland, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1935

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Need to solve a water problem in my garage due to a grading problem. After talking in over with Mr Wagner, we regrade, installed a concrete walkway with drainage and crushed stone to control the flow and direction of any future water events. Just had a storm come through and it seems to have solved the problem. Mr Wagner is a good man with knowledge and experience, and I would gladly hire him for some future projects I am planning."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A. Macari Construction Co, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Cumberland, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my sewer hooked up from the septic to the city sewer. I got quotes from 5 different contractors and Anthony gave my the best quote by far. His team came to my house and in less than a day the job was done. I was very pleased with the job they did and would highly recommend them to anyone."
Widening of Driveway
Widening of Driveway
Widening of Driveway
Widening of Driveway
Asphalt Overlay

+70

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Delfino Corporation
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Serving Cumberland, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1962

Customers say: True professional

"Delfino did an incredible job. They were extremely professional, flexible, skilled and easy to work with. I would highly recommend for any excavation or drainage project"
Jamestown Residence Improvements
Scituate Residence Improvements
Parking expansion
Drone footage of plan view. Septic tank- 200’ forcemain to Elgens field
Jamestown Residence Improvements

+63

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Picturesque Incorporated
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Serving Cumberland, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was the best landscape design experience I could have ever imagined. They were prompt, professional, and committed. Provided a creative draft of the project, took time to consider my thoughts and ideas, they were very knowledgeable of the plants and trees in the area and what would be the best for my project and property. They had professional assistance to preform the work. The materials they used were quality and the finish project came out just like I expected. Actually even better."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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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