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Cornerstone Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Cornerstone Excavation LLC 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.\n

Response time4 hrs
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Jones Country Services
4.7(
23
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Jones Country Services we take pride in serving the Southern Vermont area by providing a variety of services. Whether you need help in improving your home or maintaining your property, we offer quality work at reasonable prices.

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+61

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Forever Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Forever Excavating is a growing Excavating Company in the Western Massachusetts location with a second location in the Southern Vermont area. We’re a team of fully-licensed and insured professionals who tackle everything from complex projects to smaller scale residential jobs. Fueled by our commitment to excellence, we go the extra mile to make sure clients are completely satisfied with our work.

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+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Stevens Roofing & Siding
3.9(
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in asphalt shingle roofing 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 guarantee your satisfaction!

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+34

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Mossman Land Management
New to Angi

Serving Bennington, 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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D.R Guilmette Landworks
New to Angi

Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

D.R Guilmette Landworks has extensive experience working with various areas of land developing. From building site preparation, to new patios for an existing home, our company can do it all.

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Ski & Sons Excavation, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!\n

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sanderson Trucking & Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Sanderson Trucking & Excavation LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n

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What Sanderson Can Do For You
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+6

Response time1 day
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Green Mountain Basement Solutions LLC
4.0(
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Green Mountain Basement Solutions LLC is the only company in Vermont and New Hampshire with a nationally backed warranty.We are the only company with 24 hour emergency service to our customers! We are the certified installer of the Grate Drain system. We belong to the NAWSRC (nawsrc.org) We repair bowing walls on foundations. We are the premier company for a foundation inspection prior to buying a home. We install drainage systems to prevent any water from entering basement. We offer free estimates for homeowners. All of our staff is certified with Grate Products to properly rid your home of water and structural defects. Bowing walls are a specialty. \nWe offer floor sealing with several products to include epoxy sealing.\nWe offer several vapor barrier options to include insulated and radiant technology.\nWe encapsulate crawl spaces.\nWe offer professional cost effective dehumidifiers for residential basements and crawl spaces as well as commercial applications.\nWe have 24 hour emergency service to our customers.

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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M & R Excavation and Hauling
3.8(
5
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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

M & R Excavation and Hauling is a well established business in Stillwater. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best, call Max at M & R Excavation and Hauling for your next project!

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+9

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Bennington, VT

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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