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Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC
4.9(
161
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great team. They work with your situation. They got the job done in a timely manner. We hired Ace to remove our old underground storage tank, UST for fuel oil. Very smooth operation of the excavator, expert maneuvers. Well done! If you need your tank removed, GO WITH ACE!!!!!"
Company-Owned Equipment
Upper Marlboro, MD
Fuel transfer
Removed oil tank
New AST installation

+67

Response time11 hrs
170 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Stambaugh Contracting, LLC
4.0(
4
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Nice people & very neat . Contractor did what he said he would do & in the time frame he said that it would be done."
Log Cabin Home w/ Garage
Log Cabin
Log Cabin Interior
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maryland Excavation, LLC
4.9(
100
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I spoke with Destiny, she was very professional and very willing to prove that Maryland Excavation is a worthy company ready to prove that they can do a great job, needless to say, they did not disappoint. Communication was great, they were on time, and finished the job with extreme care. Pride shows in their work. I would definitely use them again and would recommend them to anyone."
Land Clearing
Site Prep
New Driveway Install
Install New Driveway
Tree Removal

+13

Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wilson Family Holdings
4.5(
13
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentlemen were not only early because they knew it was going to rain, they were very polite, respectful, and did an awesome job. They even helped me move some extra furniture. I would definitely recommend this company. Thank you Pete(Derek) and Jeff."
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+1

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Smithstonian Contracting
4.6(
9
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

"All of the jobs were done above expectations! The craftsmanship and attention to detail were second to none. The professional attitude that was taken with each one led to the next one being requested. One can not go wrong with the services of Smithsonian, led by their Master Mason, Steve Smith!"
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FAQs for excavation projects in Hancock, MD

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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