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Almontes Demolition & Construction
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Serving Mechanicsville, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his team did an excellence job removing the stump from my backyard. The stump was removed and the area cleaned. They cleaned thoroughly and a timely manner. They provided excellent customer service."
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by57%of homeowners
E.P.R. Plumbing
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Serving Mechanicsville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Welcome to E.P.R. Plumbing! We are a family owned company serving the Maryland, District of Columbia, and Northern Virginia area. We specialize in all commercial and residential plumbing work and can assist with drains clogs ,main lines, toilet repair/ replacements, water heaters, and large plumbing projects. Please call us now and we will give you the absolute best rate in town. We guarantee all work!

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Willard Environmental Group Inc
4.9(
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Serving Mechanicsville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willard provided excellent prompt service. They took care of all aspects if my oil tank replacement including transferring oil to the new tank, county permits and inspection reports needed to put the new tank into service. Premium quality materials and workmanship should give me years of trouble free service."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Washington Boyz
4.1(
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Serving Mechanicsville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Washington personally examined my old concrete driveway, measured its size, calculated the price estimate based on the square foot area of the project, and provided a senior discount. He described the work in detail. He answered questions by email. He came with two workers on schedule to break up the old concrete driveway and haul away the pieces. The next day the same group graded the base of the driveway, placed a wood frame around the edge of the driveway, and directed the concrete pour from a sub-contractor's cement mixer truck, The first three workers spread the concrete while a fourth worker flattened the concrete to the top of the frame. The surface of the concrete became level near the garage and had a gentle slope to the bottom of the driveway. The next day, Washington Boyz cleaned up to lawn, removed the wood frame, and put down some topsoil and grass seeds next to the new concrete. Since the sub-contractor cement mixer operator dumped some excess cargo on the lawn after the cement was poured for the driveway, Washington Boyz had to break up the dried concrete from the lawn and clean up the pieces. Before they left, I was told not to use the new driveway for at least one more day to let the concrete cure and they put yellow tape over the bottom of the driveway to keep the driveway from being used. The final price was the same as the estimate and I was very pleased with the work that was done."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Waterproofing INC
4.6(
154
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Serving Mechanicsville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve Norfolk (owner) returned my call quickly, came out to inspect my basement within 24 hours and gave me an estimate that was significantly less then another "national" provider.  He got me on his schedule promptly and his crew came out on time, performed the work, cleaned up after themselves and I have not had a water problem since that time.
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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C & D'S INSTALLERS
4.3(
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Serving Mechanicsville, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

"Everything was excellent. The team identified the hole in our pool liner. On the day of replacing the liner, identified a potentially severe issue with the structure of the pool. Provided a recommendation for a replacement pool. Proceeded to remove the old pool and excavate the land in preparation for construction of the new pool. Once the new pool arrived, they constructed the pool and constructed new outline landscaping around the pool. We are now the envy of our neighbors who have all watched and gazed in amazement at our new backyard oasis. For all of your pool needs, this is who you need to contact ASAP."
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Laying the 6 Mil Plastic for the Weed & Water Control around the Pool for the Commercial Black Border Outline Landscaping Project
Prepping the Pool for the Commercial Black Border Outline Landscaping Project
Start of the Backfill process

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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Mechanicsville, 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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