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John James Excavating
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John James was great! John came out , listened to what we wanted offered a few suggestions. It was over a month later when we were finally ready to have the work done and he was able to come out with a couple of days notice .He demolished the out building , graded and re-sloped our land laid down some fill. He gave us a reasonable price and did the job to expectations!. Great to work with!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rabbit Hardscape & Excavation
4.6(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had a great experience with this excavation project. The work was completed professionally, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. The team was reliable, hardworking, and respectful of the property throughout the entire job. Even though it was a small project, they treated it with the same level of care and professionalism as a much larger job. Communication was clear, the work area was kept organized, and everything was completed as expected. I?m very happy with the results and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for quality excavation work."
Yard cleanup
Yard cleanup
Yard cleanup
Planting
Planting

+14

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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ENTECH-Environmental Technicians
4.8(
276
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rick was prompt, friendly and professional. He, covered all the important details like permits , fill pipes and preventing a hazardous spill. The details of the work involved with removing my â punkyâ 75 year old unused oil tank could have been a costly and hazardous mess if done wrong. But they anticipated the issues and took care of it all without a problem. Professionals trained for the task are worth the cost. Donâ t hesitate to call them before your problem escalates beyond â punkyâ and every dollar you spend will save hundreds in cleanup costs."
 Tight area
 exposing the tank
 Concrete Driveway
 Breaking Ground
 getting ready to dig

+52

Response time2 days
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
35
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Starling and his team did a wonderful job cleaning up and restoring my overgrown property to a beautiful finish. I am very happy with the work. You will be too! Thanks, Starling & Team!"
New walkway, sidding,driveway design
Design
Raised patio
Patio
Design

+20

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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UAM Landscaping
4.8(
89
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive, professional and did an excellent job. Scope included connecting water runoff from house, trenching a drain pipe away from the house, installing materials to spec and accommodated a late request for us to remove shrubs in the way to prep for spring flowers. Highly recommend and will work with again."
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation
New sod installation

+126

Response time9 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc.
4.4(
68
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn’t be more impressed with the crew. I fully expected them to need a heavy crane for this job, but they expertly climbed up and took the tree down systematically, branch by branch. Their level of precision and care was incredible—they made sure every single branch came down safely, completely protecting all of our surrounding decorative trees without a scratch. Meticulous, professional, and hardworking from start to finish. A job wonderfully done!"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+10

Response time12 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Bond-Tite Tank Service
4.9(
52
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Every aspect of this project, from start to finish, was done with courtesy and professionalism. One canâ t ask anything more from a service provider. I would highly recommend Bond-Tite to anyone needing a new oil storage tank."
275Gal Replacement
Roth Tank Upgrade
The Oil Tank Professionals!
Got Tanks?
18May2021

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Edgar Landscaping and Construction
4.4(
106
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The results were amazing. David and his crew came early and went right to work. They transplanted some very large hosta, pruned several flowering trees and bushes, and cut back several perennials. There was a huge amount of debris which they hauled away, leaving my yard â pristineâ and all set for winter. We will definitely use Edgar Landscaping and Construction agai.n."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Chambers Heating & A.C. Service
4.5(
51
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found Chambers Heating and AC thru Angie's list and Stephen reached out to me the same day. We set up an appointment and Kevin came out the very next day. Kevin showed up on time and fixed our issues right away. He was kind and professional. He also gave me some tips to keep my system in tip-top shape. The price was very fair and they have gained my business. I will hire them again for future repairs and maintenance."
93% High Efficiency Gas Furnace with AC
Baseboard Zone on a Steam Boiler
Supply Header with Circulators
Before Pic w/zone valves & Loose Wiring
Gas Fired tankless water heater

+6

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Ray Hamilton Trucking & Excavation
3.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Topsfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 20 years experience Ray Hamilton Trucking & Excavation provides quality work to our customers in doing a variety of projects. We specialize in all landscaping and tree work for both residential and commercial properties. We take pride in always being prompt, punctual and professional with every project that we complete. When you need a pro call us we will make sure you're happy with the service we provide.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Topsfield, MA

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.

The Topsfield, MA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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