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Avatar for Vermonty Demolition & Construction LLC
Vermonty Demolition & Construction LLC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We found Vermonty by word of mouth and glad we listened. Outstanding demo job, clean, organized, and efficient. They worked smart and hard and handled a variety of obstacles in our old building, electrical, plumbing, and general construction related work. Would 10/10 recommend and hire again. Also- excellent communication throughout the job, young guys like this with old school work ethic and quality are hard to come by."
Diggin’
Siding removal
Siding removal
Road shoulder repair
Barn roof painting

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Lackey Land Works
Lackey Land Works
5.0(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric and his crew are knowledgeable, prompt, courteous, reliable, and hard-working. Eric listened to my requests, offered helpful guidance, and did a great job. He excavated a trench through a difficult, rocky area; installed electrical conduit; and removed a section of concrete pad for a renovation project. Highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for Isaacs Excavating and Construction
Isaacs Excavating and Construction
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Isaac and his crew were very professional. Any questions I had were answered promptly. They were very efficient and paid great detail to every aspect of the project. I had them prep for a pad for my home, some drainage work and also installed my mound system. Very satisfied with the quality of work and would recommend to everyone. Ypu want the job done right the first time Isaac and his crew are the ones to go with."
distribution mound
force main pipe
concrete footing
camp footing
camp upgrade

+20

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for D&L Parker Property Services and Construction
D&L Parker Property Services and Construction
4.9(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lonnie and his crew were wonderful to work with and extremely helpful. I needed to get my tiny house situated and get it hooked into another septic system from the main house on the property. We also needed to get hooked into the water of the main house. He worked well with me and the septic design engineer. Most importantly he explained everything to me as I had no idea of the process we needed to follow. He was always pleasant to deal with and flexible. He had to dig up big portions of the yard to do this and he came back to spread grass seed on all the areas that were bare dirt from the project. It blended in so well that nobody can tell the yard had been so torn up two months ago! His quote was very reasonable, and he stuck to it despite having to do a few extra things that were not in the original plan. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lonnie and his workers. He has integrity, is a hard worker, and does a great job."
garage
interior
interior
wall
slab

+13

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Sullivan Stone, LLC
Sullivan Stone, LLC
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Based in Vermont, Sullivan Stone LLC is built on craftsmanship, integrity, and community. With over a decade of hands-on experience, owner Mackenzie Sullivan provides premium stone masonry and restoration, from custom patios and walls to complex structural repairs. From the design process to execution, we handle every step of every project with conscious care, no matter the size. \n\nAs a family-run business, we believe in building relationships as much as structures, taking pride in our work across Vermont—from local community projects to historic landmarks. Driven by a passion for the state’s natural beauty and architecture, we deliver transparency and authentic, long-lasting masonry solutions for your home. Fully licensed and insured.

Retaing wall
Stone steps
Irregular bliestone walkway
Stone water feature
Retaining Wall

+17

Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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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