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

Serving Saint George, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Monty and his crew did an amazing job. They were super helpful in taking over where I left off finishing my demo! They showed up early, got the work done quickly, and even went above and beyond by hauling off appliances. Thanks for everything!"
Diggin’
Siding removal
Siding removal
Road shoulder repair
Barn roof painting

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sullivan Stone, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint George, 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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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