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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two man crew. On-time. Assessed area, brought in back hoe, very organized, dug hole, and removed tank. Removed all hose lines in the house where connections were. Filled in holes, cleared area, very professional and through. We purchased top soil and reseeded lawn after C2G left."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ENTECH-Environmental Technicians
4.8(
276
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Serving Winthrop, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Edgar Landscaping and Construction
Edgar Landscaping and Construction
4.5(
104
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Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job installing fence. I was on vacation when they came over and took down old fence and installed new one. When I came home, you wouldn’t know someone had been here except for the new fence. Yard was cleaner than I left it. Very satisfied customer"
My jobs
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bond-Tite Tank Service
4.9(
51
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Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work in removing an old oil tank and boiler. Professional, courteous, and great communication throughout the process. Would definitely hire again."
275Gal Replacement
Roth Tank Upgrade
The Oil Tank Professionals!
Got Tanks?
18May2021

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WS Builders Corp
4.1(
69
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Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WS builders did a great job renovating my house. The price was fair and they finish the job on time. I really recommend this company."
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc.
4.4(
66
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Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rony and his team are fantastic. They did a complete overhaul of my lawn from soil to sod, trimmed trees and added hardscape. It looks fantastic. Price was reasonable. Crews were great. Work was done FAST. And they accommodated my last minute changes. These days, every home service pro is super busy and stretched thin. I am so glad I was patient and waited for Rony and his team."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+10

Response time12 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Alliance Utilities and Excavation, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Alliance Utilities and Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!\n

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Josias Demolition
5.0(
1
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Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

At Josias Demolition, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.

House Paintings
wall
House Paintings
House Paintings
House Paintings

+44

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Winthrop, 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.

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