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T&D Excavating & Property Management
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Strafford, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very pleased with the work that was done. Went above and beyond!"
Response time2 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Keith Clifford Contractor
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Strafford, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Keith is a real jack of all trades; I've hired him for many projects in addition to the clearing and grading that I needed- super quality work and very responsive; always returns calls, easy to work with and recommended for sure."
Quality Work
Prepping
Work with Integrity
State of The Art Equipment
Reliable and Flexible

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Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Kaynicki Janitorial
4.7(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Strafford, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Serving our community since 1998, Kaynicki Janitorial delivers dependable, high-quality cleaning and site services. We specialize in everything from commercial janitorial maintenance and post-construction cleaning to light demolition, building site preparation, and junk/debris removal. With over two decades of hands-on experience, we get the job done right the first time. Contact us today for a estimate!

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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Kaynicki Janitorial
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Strafford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Andy and his crew to clean my windows this spring and I could not be happier. They did an outstanding job, my wife and I are extremely pleased. Great value for the service provided. I definitely be asking them to come back again when I need their services. I would highly recommend Andy and his company for their cleaning services. Very courteous and professional. Sincerley, Kim Doubleday Canterbury, NH"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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SW WOOD LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Strafford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I was very pleased with the work he did, he has a nice way of explaining things , I sure I will hire him again for other projects when needed he is a very pleasant person to deal with. Tank you Scott for being such a nice guy ."
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C&L Cass Construction
2.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Strafford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

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"Chris worked with my schedule to get a foundation in and also fixed up my driveways, made great suggestions. He showed up and completed the work exactly as he promised and kept the site tidy all through the project. A pleasure to work with!"
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Turnpike Enterprises LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Strafford, VT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Turnpike Enterprises LLC provides reliable, professional outdoor property services to help keep your home looking its best year-round. We offer lawn care, landscaping, spring and fall cleanups, and general property maintenance. We take pride in quality work, dependable service, and attention to detail. Whether you need regular lawn maintenance or help getting your property ready for the changing seasons, Turnpike Enterprises LLC is here to help.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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