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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
119
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I reached out to the company to repair some rotten boards we discovered on the exterior of the house. We spoke to David who was extremely responsive and quick to set up our services. The crew came a couple days later right at the time they said, the repairs are great quality, and everyone we interacted with was polite and kind. I wouldnâ t hesitate to hire them for a bigger job in the future!"
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1795

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Sunshine Environmental Services, Inc.
4.8(
7
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased with this company. Prompt initial response and quote. Prompt site inspection. The excavation of underground oil tank was performed within a week, as promised. The work was done expertly and quickly. The hole was filled and grass sowed in. The completely report was delivered by email within 48 hrs as promised. The invoice was in agreement with quote. Excellent work and pleasant crew. I recommend very highly."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Santilli Fuel, LLC
4.7(
152
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Anthony and worker answered my call. They came out and measured my oil tank to make sure they could get it out my basement. They arrived on time and installed the new oil tank. They even did some extra things. They were finished in about 5 hrs. or less. He quoted me the same price that he quoted me a year ago. If you ever need any work involving removing or installing an oil tank, they are the one for you. They also clean up and take away the old items. It was a pleasure doing business with them. Thanks again."
Response time1 day
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Lottos Contracting LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lotto's Contracting performs all the lawn care at my home and has completed many special projects, including shrub planting, tree and snow removal, yard clean-ups, mulch and stone delivery and installation, and gutter cleaning. They’re always quick to respond and consistently do excellent work. I highly recommend Jake and his team for any home or business needs!"
Paver Walkway
Dumpster Drop
Leaf Clean Up
Leaf Clean Up Cont.
Finished Work

+3

Response time1 day
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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AA Outdoor Services, LLC
3.9(
33
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Serving Meriden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Vinny is a very friendly and professional guy who we really enjoyed working with. The quality of his work is excellent- we used him for our sidewalk and refurbishing the rod iron railings. Overall positive experience with him and the final project turned out great! We would definitely recommend him and will be using his services again in future projects."
Driveway in New Haven (West Haven)
Rear entrance and parking area (West Haven)
Rear entrance and parking area (West Haven)
Step repair (West Haven)
Step repair (West Haven)

+61

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Meriden, CT

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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