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The Handyman Company
4.9(
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Serving Putney, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have had miscellaneous work done. We are thrilled to have found them and will call again. They are fast; responsive, courteous, versatile and skilled. Just what weâ ve needed. A pleasure to deal with this company."
Tear out and clean up debris
Taking out old cabinets
Tile installation
sheetrock/tile
Custom Cabinets

+68

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cornerstone Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Putney, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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"They did a Great job had them redo my driveway and the ditches i will most definitely have them do more work for me in the future"
Response time4 hrs
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Mossman Land Management
New to Angi

Serving Putney, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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-Grading \n-Excavation\n-Drainage \n-Seeding\n-Material removal\n-Fencing \n\nWe work hard as a team to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. With a reliable and dedicated team, we look forward to working with you on your next project. All questions and or inquires are always welcome!\n\nWe specialize in grading, drainage, excavation, fencing, landscape design/ideas, and general lawn maintenance.

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RJ’s Landscape & Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Putney, VT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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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.

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D.R Guilmette Landworks
New to Angi

Serving Putney, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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D.R Guilmette Landworks has extensive experience working with various areas of land developing. From building site preparation, to new patios for an existing home, our company can do it all.

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Osborne Excavating & Property Maintenance, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Putney, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Josh / Osborne Excavating to install a driveway for our cabin in Snow Mountain Farms. I can't say how happy we are that we decided to use him! He was courteous, prompt,through and did a great job. He also c kept us informed about a delay that arose. What more can I say? Use this guy, you won't be disappointed!!!!"
Front view before building small garden.
Prep for small garden.
Stump removal for more lawn space.
Hillside before clearing for retaining wall.
Clearing brush off hillside.

+16

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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