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RJ’s Landscape & Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Peru, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

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.

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D.R Guilmette Landworks
New to Angi

Serving Peru, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike Massey Logging & Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Peru, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was outstanding service. He was really a reliable guy. He finish pretty intense project and he was very creative and run excavating like a professional. Price was pretty good and outstanding quality. He follows up and stays there until job done. He gave heads up when he's coming. Very professional and runs a clean business and takes it seriously."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Mountain Basement Solutions LLC
4.0(
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Serving Peru, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was able to fit me in the same day for an estimate which surprised me because I'm sure a lot of people are needing his services with all the rain lately but he was in the area that day and came by. Although the company is a nation wide chain, its a franchise and a small business. He is an honest Vermonter with Vermont values which I appreciate. He gave me options but didn't try to talk me into something I couldn't afford and is doing the work within two weeks which I was also happy about being a very busy time for this type of thing."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Osborne Excavating & Property Maintenance, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Peru, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Josh / Osborne Excavating to install a driveway for our cabin in Snow Mountain Farms. I can't say how happy we are that we decided to use him! He was courteous, prompt,through and did a great job. He also c kept us informed about a delay that arose. What more can I say? Use this guy, you won't be disappointed!!!!"
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Prep for small garden.
Stump removal for more lawn space.
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Clearing brush off hillside.

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Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Peru, VT

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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