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Avatar for Regenerative Gardenworks LLC
Regenerative Gardenworks LLC
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Regenerative Gardenworks offers a full range of services to create and maintain beautiful, functional outdoor spaces. Our work includes landscape design and installation, garden creation and maintenance, and custom hardscaping such as patios, pathways, stonework, and walls. We also provide tree work, excavation and grading, pruning, and seasonal services like snow removal. For larger property needs, we handle land clearing, brush hogging, driveway work, pressure washing, and ongoing property maintenance. In addition, we offer a variety of general services such as painting, junk removal, handyman work, cleaning, and moving assistance—making us a reliable, all-in-one partner for your property.

Garden Install
Driveway Install
Garden Design
Brush Hogging
Hardscape

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67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Murphy & Son Construction, Inc.
4.1(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Bradford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Murphy & Son Construction, Inc., is one of the states premier excavation and demolition companies. We specialize in a wide range of excavation and demolition services for both big and small jobs. We are able to provide all of our customers with reasonable pricing, quality workmanship, and professional service. We are extremely professional and regardless of how big, or small, the project may be, we always take pride in our company name and our work. For all of your excavation and demolition needs, Murphy & Son Construction, Inc., is above and beyond the rest.

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
RJ’s Landscape & Excavation
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We are a professional paced and based business. Clean quality work matters to us. From our appearance throughout our project we strive to work safe, fast paced and always with a strong work ethic. Communication is one of our strengths along with leadership skills and a job done to your liking. We are proud at the many skills we have from in the ground up.

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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K. Bellavance Landworks & Hauling, LLC
4.7(
24
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bradford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was extremely pleased with the work Bert and John did for me. They are extraordinary representatives of Bellavance Land Works. Bert works that excavator like a precision instrument. His work is absolute perfection. I was floored by how great it looked when he was finished. His co worker John went above and beyond what the work required. He stayed busy tidying up and finding minor projects to help with while the excavator was in use. Both Bert and John are super nice to have working at your home. They showed up on time, got right to work and left my yard spotless and me extremely happy. Not kidding. Hire these guys. You will be glad you did!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Green Mountain Basement Solutions LLC
4.0(
30
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Bradford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Green Mountain Basement Solutions LLC is the only company in Vermont and New Hampshire with a nationally backed warranty.We are the only company with 24 hour emergency service to our customers! We are the certified installer of the Grate Drain system. We belong to the NAWSRC (nawsrc.org) We repair bowing walls on foundations. We are the premier company for a foundation inspection prior to buying a home. We install drainage systems to prevent any water from entering basement. We offer free estimates for homeowners. All of our staff is certified with Grate Products to properly rid your home of water and structural defects. Bowing walls are a specialty. \nWe offer floor sealing with several products to include epoxy sealing.\nWe offer several vapor barrier options to include insulated and radiant technology.\nWe encapsulate crawl spaces.\nWe offer professional cost effective dehumidifiers for residential basements and crawl spaces as well as commercial applications.\nWe have 24 hour emergency service to our customers.

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

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.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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