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Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
4.8(
38
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"My wife and I hired Marc Curtis to take large tree stumps out and grade our backyard. Marc did an outstanding job and my wife and I couldn’t be happier with the end result. Marc was very thorough from start to finish. We spoke about what was going to happen throughout every step of the project. I couldn’t recommend him enough. If you’re thinking of hiring someone, you will not be disappointed by the excellent work Marc Curtis will provide. Thank you to Marc and the rest of his crew!"
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Lot Clearing/De-Stumping
Yard Drainage/Discharge system
Southbridge,MA

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advanced Seamless Gutters
4.4(
210
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Workers were polite, came with their masks on to work. They went right to work jackhammering out the basement for the floor drains. They ran into a problem with thicker than expected cement. This slowed them down a bit, no complaints or price increase just went to work and complete the job. Jose was the lead on the project and keep us informed on the progress. Everything was cleaned up after the job and you would not even know they were there. Professional at its best. Highly recommend them. They also had done all the gutters on my house and again it was an excellent job."
BASEMENT RE-FINISHING
MOLD CERTIFICATION
Hatchway
Footer
Hatchway Foundation Walls

+63

Response time1 day
110 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Triple 7 Excavation & Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had David come in and do some grading and site prep for a concrete patio. Was prompt with his response and quote. Price was very affordable! Once we got it scheduled the crew got the work done quickly. Would highly recommend!!!"
Concrete Patio Extension
Shrub Removal
Shrub Removal
Shrub Removal
Shrub Removal

+1

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R Cox Enterprises
5.0(
5
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From Perc Test to engineering and Installation of new septic system. The price was fair the installation went quickly. Ron even re seeded the area the new take was installed and the lawn grew in nicely! Very professional I would highly recommend this company to anyone in need of excavation or septic installation."
Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dukes, LLC
3.9(
287
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dukes LLC is one of the finest companies Iâ ve had the pleasure of working with. We live in Belchertown and the sheer number of trees that have been coming down over the past few years has been astonishing - never something weâ d expected to see, although we live in a fairly wooded area. As a result, we hired Ben and his team to bring down an enormous split tree (probably close to 150 ft) that threatened our home around summer 2020. His team was able to take on the job within a week or two, were prompt and timely, and managed to have the entirety of the job done within two days. Ben was extremely responsive to calls and questions, and he and his team are super friendly, professional, and clearly experienced. In 2021, we had another tree that required removal and I was somewhat absent from the decision making regarding that one. Another company was hired to take it down, and I can say it was a nightmare. It took three months before anyone come by, and then - after starting the project - it took nearly a month before everything was resolved. In the meantime, we struggled almost daily to get them on the phone, and they even had the gall to request the remainder of their payment while leaving the job only half completed. So itâ s no wonder that when it became clear we had another severely dying tree - this time right near our home - we called Dukes. Ben showed up that same day to give us a proposal, and his team was back four days later to take care of the tree. They paid care to avoid our septic and water well, were right on time, and their teams were in and out all day until the job was done - less than 8 hours later. They took the tree down, ground the stump, put in loam, and even offered to grind out another stump we had in the front yard! Shout out to Travis, what a champ! Needless to say, we have nothing but glowing recommendations for Dukes, Ben and company - they more than deserve your business and they most certainly will not disappoint. Weâ re already planning our next projects with them now that we know they are also available for general landscaping services."
Ground crew
Logo
Truck and trailer
Haul away
logo 2

+36

Response time4 hrs
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Dukes Waste Management & More
4.3(
9
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Duke's did a great job! They arrived at the job early and were very efficient at cleaning out the storage unit. They were professional and friendly. I was very happy to be using a local company, also. I would definitely hire Duke's again, and would highly recommend them to anyone needing any of their services."
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Evergreen Lawn Maintenance & Landscape Corp.
5.0(
3
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Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company with 30+ years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Sod Installation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation

+16

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation major grading or resloping projects in Amherst, MA

You can excavate in winter, but frozen soil slows down the process and increases labor costs. Many grading companies offer discounted rates during their off-season, so ask for a winter quote and weigh the savings against a longer timeline. A brief conversation with a local professional will help determine whether cold-weather excavation is suitable for your site.

Foundation digs can be completed in as little as three days or take up to three weeks. Soil density, access, weather, and hidden obstacles all play a role, so every timeline is a bit different. Have your contractor walk the site and flag any potential issues early—clear expectations help keep both the schedule and budget on track.

You must always call 811 before excavating. Dial 811 a few days in advance so that utility crews can mark underground lines and ensure the area is safe for digging. Hitting a buried cable or gas pipe can be both dangerous and expensive, and many municipalities will not issue permits unless the site is flagged correctly.

To remove soil during an excavation project, your crew will load the spoil into dump trucks with a backhoe or excavator, haul it to a disposal site, and return for the next load. Efficient hauling keeps the work zone clear and the project moving. Depending on the site and volume of osil, multiple trucks may rotate to maintain a steady flow.

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