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K&D Excavation

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K&D Excavation

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11 years of experience

Attention to detail. Small business husband and wife run company. Fully insured. No job too small or too big! Also have logged for 15+ years, so very knowledgeable about managing woodlots, land clearing, etc.

Attention to detail. Small business husband and wife run company. Fully insured. No job too small or too big! Also have logged for 15+ years, so very knowledgeable about managing woodlots, land clearing, etc.


"Nick was recommended to me by a family member who recently had their lawn hydroseeded by Coyne Brothers. They were professional, informative, and here when they said they would be! I too would recommend their services."

Chelsea B on August 2023

Family owned business with over 9 years of experience for residential and commercial Landscaping, Hydroseeding, light Excavation, Lawn and Yard work, mulch, bed maintenance.

"Nick was recommended to me by a family member who recently had their lawn hydroseeded by Coyne Brothers. They were professional, informative, and here when they said they would be! I too would recommend their services."

Chelsea B on August 2023


Eco Forestry and land management

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Eco Forestry and land management

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10 years of experience

We are a forestry mulching and land management company proudly serving New Hampshire, Vermont, & Maine We have a wide range of top of the line, cutting edge heavy equipment to help you with your projects. We treat every project equally, with our famously high standard of workmanship. Projects large or small, get it done right the first time! We are licensed & fully Insured.

We are a forestry mulching and land management company proudly serving New Hampshire, Vermont, & Maine We have a wide range of top of the line, cutting edge heavy equipment to help you with your projects. We treat every project equally, with our famously high standard of workmanship. Projects large or small, get it done right the first time! We are licensed & fully Insured.


J.E. Lowe Construction, Inc

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J.E. Lowe Construction, Inc

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J.E. Lowe Construction is an excavation contractor serving clients in and around the Northern and central Vermont area. Our expert technicians complete all jobs with care and efficiency, demolishing every problem and taking care of every need you may have. We provide high-quality work for each and every residential or commercial excavating project that comes our way, taking the same pride in our work as you do in your own home or business. Give us a call today to get your site ready for construction!

J.E. Lowe Construction is an excavation contractor serving clients in and around the Northern and central Vermont area. Our expert technicians complete all jobs with care and efficiency, demolishing every problem and taking care of every need you may have. We provide high-quality work for each and every residential or commercial excavating project that comes our way, taking the same pride in our work as you do in your own home or business. Give us a call today to get your site ready for construction!




FMI - Concrete

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FMI - Concrete

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13 years of experience

Vermont based concrete contractor with many year of expierence in the concrete field. We are here to help you with your project, big or small, and offer many additional services which may be useful in completing your project, including excavation and site work, building services, project management and many more. We have an extensive list of Sub contractors and general contractors as well to help you meet your needs. Your project is our project

Vermont based concrete contractor with many year of expierence in the concrete field. We are here to help you with your project, big or small, and offer many additional services which may be useful in completing your project, including excavation and site work, building services, project management and many more. We have an extensive list of Sub contractors and general contractors as well to help you meet your needs. Your project is our project



Uncle Bob's Septic Services

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Uncle Bob's Septic Services

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11 years of experience

Family owned and a division of One World Environmental Company, LLC, providing prompt and professional services at fair and reasonable prices. Engineers and technicians on staff to serve all septic and wastewater system related needs. Accept check, cash and credit cards.

Family owned and a division of One World Environmental Company, LLC, providing prompt and professional services at fair and reasonable prices. Engineers and technicians on staff to serve all septic and wastewater system related needs. Accept check, cash and credit cards.


We do site and excavation work. We also provide property management services for commercial property as well as apartments and mobile home parks.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

This depends on your location. Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep. People in colder climates will have deeper sewer lines than people in warmer climates due to the dangers of the frost line and freezing pipes. Permits are required for all aspects of septic system installation, so the city should have the building plans for your system, which will tell you how deep your lines are.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

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