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The Handyman Company
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wardsboro, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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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
Murphy & Son Construction, Inc.
4.1(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Wardsboro, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Murphy & Son Construction is a first rate construction company that charges a reasonable rate and goes the extra step in providing you exactly what you want...a great job done right!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stevens Roofing & Siding
3.9(
48
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Wardsboro, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny and his crew were courteous, prompt, knowledgeable about how to care for our other trees, and explained what they would do in removing the trees and did it just as they said."
golf course
golf course
golf course
golf course
golf course

+34

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Mossman Land Management
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wardsboro, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

-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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

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.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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