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Grassroots Property Maintenance, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Fairview Village, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken and Wayne are great. Nice people, did a great job, communicated well. Great company to do business with."
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Seasonal clean up

+15

Response time1 day
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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TerravationPro
5.0(
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Serving Fairview Village, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot recommend this excavation service highly enough. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. Max was an absolute pleasure to work with—professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. His work is impressively precise and efficient. Every detail was handled with care and expertise. It’s rare to find someone so reliable and dedicated to doing the job right the first time. If you’re looking for top-tier excavation work and a seamless process, this is the team to go with. Max truly sets the standard."
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+15

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
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Greenstone Gardens
4.8(
21
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Serving Fairview Village, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional and excellent craftsmanship. Always prompt, great cleanup fair prices. I would highly recommend their work and an eye for detail. Would hire again without reservations. Ed Y"
Devon Stone Patio
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+36

Response time1 day
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Davis Home Remodel and Flips
5.0(
6
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Serving Fairview Village, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Davis and Hector who was with him helping with the job were both very nice and personable. The job was done thoroughly, efficiently, and at a reasonable cost. He was also able to do it a day earlier than originally projected which was a huge lifesaver for us because we had family coming last minute notice for the weekend. Definitely recommend Mr Davis! Thank You again Mr Davis!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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DAVID ERB CONTRACTORS
5.0(
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Serving Fairview Village, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired these guys and it was an amazing Experience. They were on time on budget and varies respected They were also very good for communication throughout this project I would highly recommend to anybody"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Fairview Village, PA

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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