Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
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Customers say: Quick response
"Very prompt, which I appreciated. His grading equipment was too big for my smallish driveway and he let me know right away."





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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Very prompt, which I appreciated. His grading equipment was too big for my smallish driveway and he let me know right away."





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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Emergency services offered
"Quality work done relatively quickly. The tech went to the trouble of reusing a few fittings, saving me some material costs. I booked them through Angi, which I would not do again."

Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Peter conveyed when each step of the project would begin. He also was willing to explain in great detail (as I ask a lot of questions) what the next process would be. Always on time and left the site in pristine condition. I would hire Peter for any future projects on my wish list!"





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Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Not only are we focused on quality work and outstanding results, we are also committed to educating our clients through our wide range of expertise, in turn creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Serving all of Grafton County and beyond, the professionals at Philip Salvail Excavating, are the go-to, full service site work and septic contractors, you can trust to get the job done right! No job too big, no job too small! Call now for a free estimate!
Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
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We are a professional paced and based business. Clean quality work matters to us. From our appearance throughout our project we strive to work safe, fast paced and always with a strong work ethic. Communication is one of our strengths along with leadership skills and a job done to your liking. We are proud at the many skills we have from in the ground up.

Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
Free estimates
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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.

Serving Canaan, NH and surrounding areas
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Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
Dedicated professional service provider looking to help you with your needs!
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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