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MAC Group, LLC

5.00(
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MAC Group, LLC

5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"MAC Group did a wonderful job fixing our hill slip and installing a large block retaining wall in front of our home. The work crew Salem, Brandon, Jeremy and Ricky did a great job and were very courteous, diligent, and professional during this project. Even the neighbors walking by commented how courteous the work crew was. Even though this was the first time this team had installed a large block retaining wall, they did an excellent job completing the work and ensuring the excavation, drainage, installation, backfill, and final grading were completed per the Geotechnical Engineers design. The foreman Jacob even moved a couple of small trees for us at the beginning of the project which is much appreciated! We are very pleased with the result and highly recommend MAC Group to anyone considering them for their next project! Thanks again for all your help! David "

David C on October 2025

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"MAC Group did a wonderful job fixing our hill slip and installing a large block retaining wall in front of our home. The work crew Salem, Brandon, Jeremy and Ricky did a great job and were very courteous, diligent, and professional during this project. Even the neighbors walking by commented how courteous the work crew was. Even though this was the first time this team had installed a large block retaining wall, they did an excellent job completing the work and ensuring the excavation, drainage, installation, backfill, and final grading were completed per the Geotechnical Engineers design. The foreman Jacob even moved a couple of small trees for us at the beginning of the project which is much appreciated! We are very pleased with the result and highly recommend MAC Group to anyone considering them for their next project! Thanks again for all your help! David "

David C on October 2025

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L A J COMPANY

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L A J COMPANY

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•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Helton Grading, Inc.

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Helton Grading, Inc.

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44 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

HELTON GRADING INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

HELTON GRADING INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Quality Construction LLC

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Quality Construction LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Quality Construction LLC is a licensed and insured company which offers professional remodeling and construction services. Engineer owned and operated, Quality Construction offers services from top to bottom for your home/commercial property varying from custom kitchen installations to foundation repair. We specialize in excavation, water drainage, waterproofing, and foundation repair, but now we offer commercial and residential service calls for our on staff Master Electrician. Call us today!

"The owner did an excellent job of assessing the problem and developed a solution that would permanently fix the problem, not just "cover it up" in the short term. The amount of work required was extensive, being both inside and out, They paid a great deal of time and effort to assure the work was done right. He also consulted with me every step of the way to assure things were done to my satisfaction (ie. color selection, landscaping options, material selection). The cost was fair for the work that needed to be done, and if you consider the high quality of the work, the price was very reasonable. I was offered options to modify the cost along the way. This was one of best experiences I have ever had with a contractor that had to do significant work."

alan r on June 2019

Quality Construction LLC is a licensed and insured company which offers professional remodeling and construction services. Engineer owned and operated, Quality Construction offers services from top to bottom for your home/commercial property varying from custom kitchen installations to foundation repair. We specialize in excavation, water drainage, waterproofing, and foundation repair, but now we offer commercial and residential service calls for our on staff Master Electrician. Call us today!

"The owner did an excellent job of assessing the problem and developed a solution that would permanently fix the problem, not just "cover it up" in the short term. The amount of work required was extensive, being both inside and out, They paid a great deal of time and effort to assure the work was done right. He also consulted with me every step of the way to assure things were done to my satisfaction (ie. color selection, landscaping options, material selection). The cost was fair for the work that needed to be done, and if you consider the high quality of the work, the price was very reasonable. I was offered options to modify the cost along the way. This was one of best experiences I have ever had with a contractor that had to do significant work."

alan r on June 2019

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Anthony & Sylvan Pools

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Anthony & Sylvan Pools

4.62(
277
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Customers say: Quality work
79 years of experience

Anthony & Sylvan has been building custom pools in the Jessup area for over 50 years, proudly serving Southern Maryland communities in and around Howard and Anne Arundel Counties. Our expert design consultants understand Maryland's varied terrain and seasonal weather, ensuring your custom concrete pool is engineered for long-term durability. Whether you're envisioning a serene backyard escape or a fun, family-friendly space, we guide you through every step, helping you choose the perfect tile, coping, and features to match your vision. Plus, every pool is backed by the Anthony & Sylvan Lifetime Structural Warranty for added peace of mind. Call now to schedule your FREE 3D design consultation, exclusively for Angi members!

"Best of the best. Our pool is 25 years old and three years ago AnthonySylvan did an entire rework. Last week we had a problem with our plaster in one small section of our baby pool and even though out of warranty item they came today and fixed our plaster and we are up and running again. Awesome customer support"

mike c on June 2023

Anthony & Sylvan has been building custom pools in the Jessup area for over 50 years, proudly serving Southern Maryland communities in and around Howard and Anne Arundel Counties. Our expert design consultants understand Maryland's varied terrain and seasonal weather, ensuring your custom concrete pool is engineered for long-term durability. Whether you're envisioning a serene backyard escape or a fun, family-friendly space, we guide you through every step, helping you choose the perfect tile, coping, and features to match your vision. Plus, every pool is backed by the Anthony & Sylvan Lifetime Structural Warranty for added peace of mind. Call now to schedule your FREE 3D design consultation, exclusively for Angi members!

"Best of the best. Our pool is 25 years old and three years ago AnthonySylvan did an entire rework. Last week we had a problem with our plaster in one small section of our baby pool and even though out of warranty item they came today and fixed our plaster and we are up and running again. Awesome customer support"

mike c on June 2023

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Merritts Excavation and Utilities

5.00(
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Merritts Excavation and Utilities

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thank you for your interest in Merritt's Excavation and our services. I got my start when I was knee high learning the business from my father. I will work with you 1-1 and have over 14 years of experience on over 250 projects to offer to your patronage and design. Our focus is excavating with grading, stone gravel, exterior drain & pipe replacement, driveway work, house footings, and grading work. I specialize in waterproofing basements and will take those projects on a case by case basis. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and I am born and raised here in West Virginia with lots of contacts for your to consult with if needed. I look forward to planning work on your home and do free estimates on any jobs on any projects with agreement or deposit!

"We had a leak in our half basement when it would rain and we have been dealing with it for years. We looked all over trying to find someone to help for a reasonable price, but all I got was people gouging the prices and giving me ridiculous quotes. Bradley reached out to me mere moments after I signed up for Angi to find a specialist and he came down to take a look at my situation that very same day. He lives more than an hour away but he came anyway. He gave me the lowest quote and scheduled me up for less than a week to get started and took him only two days to finish. The work is immaculate. I will definitely be using his services in the future and anyone else would be a fool not to do the same. Thank you so much for your help."

Brett J on December 2022

Thank you for your interest in Merritt's Excavation and our services. I got my start when I was knee high learning the business from my father. I will work with you 1-1 and have over 14 years of experience on over 250 projects to offer to your patronage and design. Our focus is excavating with grading, stone gravel, exterior drain & pipe replacement, driveway work, house footings, and grading work. I specialize in waterproofing basements and will take those projects on a case by case basis. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and I am born and raised here in West Virginia with lots of contacts for your to consult with if needed. I look forward to planning work on your home and do free estimates on any jobs on any projects with agreement or deposit!

"We had a leak in our half basement when it would rain and we have been dealing with it for years. We looked all over trying to find someone to help for a reasonable price, but all I got was people gouging the prices and giving me ridiculous quotes. Bradley reached out to me mere moments after I signed up for Angi to find a specialist and he came down to take a look at my situation that very same day. He lives more than an hour away but he came anyway. He gave me the lowest quote and scheduled me up for less than a week to get started and took him only two days to finish. The work is immaculate. I will definitely be using his services in the future and anyone else would be a fool not to do the same. Thank you so much for your help."

Brett J on December 2022

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P&H general contracting Llc

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P&H general contracting Llc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We strive to be the best in the business call today for ur free quotes on anything you need done. Roofing siding new construction remodeling decks buildings concrete drywall painting flooring

"It was very good. They were very professional. They answered our problem and tell me what was wrong. They did pretty well and knew what they were doing. The price was very reasonable. The work was good. They were very knowledgeable on what they did."

Rick W on January 2021

We strive to be the best in the business call today for ur free quotes on anything you need done. Roofing siding new construction remodeling decks buildings concrete drywall painting flooring

"It was very good. They were very professional. They answered our problem and tell me what was wrong. They did pretty well and knew what they were doing. The price was very reasonable. The work was good. They were very knowledgeable on what they did."

Rick W on January 2021

K D Excavation and Dirtworks

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K D Excavation and Dirtworks

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned an operated company, For the ones who want it done right,the first time...........Check us out on Facebook,brouse through our project pictures, take a look at our equipment. We accept Cash, Checks, And Credit Cards

We are a family owned an operated company, For the ones who want it done right,the first time...........Check us out on Facebook,brouse through our project pictures, take a look at our equipment. We accept Cash, Checks, And Credit Cards

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

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. 

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

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