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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

James General Landscape & Masonry, 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023

James General Landscape & Masonry, 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023


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Stoned Newton LLC

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Stoned Newton LLC

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

Stoned Masonry is a full service landscape and construction company that is based in Newton, MA. For many years we have been beautifying and enhancing properties in the Newton, MA and surrounding areas. Our combination of top quality materials along with a committed team that provides superior customer satisfaction, assures that your outdoor project will be completed in a professional manner. Our staff is diligent, well trained, and has more than 75 years of combined experience. We are a fully insured professional and dependable family owned company specifically focused on custom outdoor building. We service residential and commercial properties in Newton, Brookline, Wellesley, Weston, Sudbury, Dover, Lexington, Concord, Needham & Wayland. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project from start to finish. Call today for a free estimate.

"I hired John Caruso of Stoned Masonry and Construction in Newton, MA to replace a trench drain in my driveway. He provided a detailed contract and requested a $2000 down payment for the $4000 job, which I provided by credit card in an online transaction. He acknowledged receipt, and said he would begin work in one week. During that week, I tried to contact him by text, phone, and email concerning his request to leave materials in my garage before he began work, but received no reply. I repeated these contact attempts to inquire about his arrival time the day before and the day of his promised arrival. He never responded and he never arrived. My credit card company will try to recover my money, but I strongly advise you not to hire this person. If you do, definitely do not giver him an advance payment by check!"

Leslie Z on October 2025

Stoned Masonry is a full service landscape and construction company that is based in Newton, MA. For many years we have been beautifying and enhancing properties in the Newton, MA and surrounding areas. Our combination of top quality materials along with a committed team that provides superior customer satisfaction, assures that your outdoor project will be completed in a professional manner. Our staff is diligent, well trained, and has more than 75 years of combined experience. We are a fully insured professional and dependable family owned company specifically focused on custom outdoor building. We service residential and commercial properties in Newton, Brookline, Wellesley, Weston, Sudbury, Dover, Lexington, Concord, Needham & Wayland. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project from start to finish. Call today for a free estimate.

"I hired John Caruso of Stoned Masonry and Construction in Newton, MA to replace a trench drain in my driveway. He provided a detailed contract and requested a $2000 down payment for the $4000 job, which I provided by credit card in an online transaction. He acknowledged receipt, and said he would begin work in one week. During that week, I tried to contact him by text, phone, and email concerning his request to leave materials in my garage before he began work, but received no reply. I repeated these contact attempts to inquire about his arrival time the day before and the day of his promised arrival. He never responded and he never arrived. My credit card company will try to recover my money, but I strongly advise you not to hire this person. If you do, definitely do not giver him an advance payment by check!"

Leslie Z on October 2025


Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC

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Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC

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

Welcome to Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC. We have been in business since 1989. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work, and the satisfaction of our customers. With our extensive experience, you can trust we'll get the job done right the first time, and in a timely manner. We look forward to earning your business. Call today!

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Fox 25 B on September 2015

Welcome to Hunter Environmental Winter Storm Services, LLC. We have been in business since 1989. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work, and the satisfaction of our customers. With our extensive experience, you can trust we'll get the job done right the first time, and in a timely manner. We look forward to earning your business. Call today!

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Fox 25 B on September 2015


"David did a great job with our septic replacement and installation. He came in with the best quote. He was easy to communicate with and everything went smoothly. He did a wonderful job with the landscaping after the installation was completed. The grass grew back quickly. We wish we had done this sooner. Would definitely recommend his services. "

Rick L on October 2025

Experienced excavation company specializing in all residential and commercial needs. Septic systems designed, installed and all other excavation needs.

"David did a great job with our septic replacement and installation. He came in with the best quote. He was easy to communicate with and everything went smoothly. He did a wonderful job with the landscaping after the installation was completed. The grass grew back quickly. We wish we had done this sooner. Would definitely recommend his services. "

Rick L on October 2025


Junk Ease

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Junk Ease

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 5 years of experience in the Wellesley industry, Junk Ease is your industry expert in Wellesley. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

With over 5 years of experience in the Wellesley industry, Junk Ease is your industry expert in Wellesley. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!


Alliance Utilities and Excavation, LLC

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Alliance Utilities and Excavation, LLC

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11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Alliance Utilities and Excavation 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. Please give us a call today!

Alliance Utilities and Excavation 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. Please give us a call today!


Davis & Sons

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Davis & Sons

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25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Since 2000, Davis and Sons Excavating, a family owned and operated company has been taking care of all of your new foundation needs. We also handle large excavation jobs. Look no farther!

"This is a terrible company. Do not hire. David Davis dumped 40-50 yards of dirty fill instead of loam. It is filled with bricks and large chunks of concrete. He will not return to remove and finish the job. After numerous calls and promises, he has failed to finish. My basement floods do to poor grading. Do not hire!"

Steve S on July 2018

Since 2000, Davis and Sons Excavating, a family owned and operated company has been taking care of all of your new foundation needs. We also handle large excavation jobs. Look no farther!

"This is a terrible company. Do not hire. David Davis dumped 40-50 yards of dirty fill instead of loam. It is filled with bricks and large chunks of concrete. He will not return to remove and finish the job. After numerous calls and promises, he has failed to finish. My basement floods do to poor grading. Do not hire!"

Steve S on July 2018


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Steve's Lawn Care & Irrigation Services

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Steve's Lawn Care & Irrigation Services

4.74(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

We at Steve's Lawn Care & Irrigation Services are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 20 years of experience, we offer a variety of irrigation services that are customizable to each individual property. We also have an A+ rating with the BBB and we pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Call today for a free estimate!

"Steve did a good job. I will definitely use him again."

Joe L on October 2022

We at Steve's Lawn Care & Irrigation Services are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 20 years of experience, we offer a variety of irrigation services that are customizable to each individual property. We also have an A+ rating with the BBB and we pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Call today for a free estimate!

"Steve did a good job. I will definitely use him again."

Joe L on October 2022


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GTL Forest Products

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GTL Forest Products

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30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!


P.E.P. Enterprises

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P.E.P. Enterprises

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41 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

P.E.P Enterprises is an independently family owned and operated full phase excavation company servicing the Metrowest, Greater Boston, and Worcester areas. Since 1987 P.E.P Enterprises has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to excellence and built a solid reputation on meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of even the most demanding clients. We understand your unique needs and will guide you through each project to a successful conclusion. With P.E.P Enterprises you can be confident that we'll handle every detail and complete your job safely and efficiently at a competitive price.

P.E.P Enterprises is an independently family owned and operated full phase excavation company servicing the Metrowest, Greater Boston, and Worcester areas. Since 1987 P.E.P Enterprises has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to excellence and built a solid reputation on meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of even the most demanding clients. We understand your unique needs and will guide you through each project to a successful conclusion. With P.E.P Enterprises you can be confident that we'll handle every detail and complete your job safely and efficiently at a competitive price.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Boston, MA

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.

The Boston, MA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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