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Excavation major grading or resloping pros in Amherst

Avatar for Dirt Digger
Dirt Digger
1060 Issac Frye Highway
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Dirt Digger
1060 Issac Frye Highway
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Dirt Digger! In business since 2024, we are a full service dirt company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in all excavating and grading and gravel work for both residential and commercial properties, and no job is too big or too small. Serving Wilton and its surrounding areas, be sure to give us a call today!

"We were on a tight schedule and Matt managed to fit us in. Job was done right and on time."

Thomas so G on April 2025

Welcome to Dirt Digger! In business since 2024, we are a full service dirt company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in all excavating and grading and gravel work for both residential and commercial properties, and no job is too big or too small. Serving Wilton and its surrounding areas, be sure to give us a call today!

"We were on a tight schedule and Matt managed to fit us in. Job was done right and on time."

Thomas so G on April 2025


Ace's Excavation and Trucking
12 South Rd.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Ace's Excavation and Trucking
12 South Rd.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our client’s concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!

"He did a great job although I don't know why I keep getting messages he was here more than a month ago. I already gave him a rating"

stephanie l on March 2020

Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our client’s concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!

"He did a great job although I don't know why I keep getting messages he was here more than a month ago. I already gave him a rating"

stephanie l on March 2020


Avatar for Classic Creations
Classic Creations
123 Double Brook Rd
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
Classic Creations
123 Double Brook Rd
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

Classic Creations is your one stop shop for all of your Landscaping needs! 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. Give us a call today!

"From the minute Chris contacted us, we knew we were dealing with a total professional. He responded promptly, gave us a reasonable quote, scheduled the job quickly and showed up as promised. He came with the right machinery for the job and high quality materials. We were very impressed with his work ethic and his expertise. We are delighted to give Classic Creations our highest recommendation and would not hesitate to use them again for future projects."

Joan W on April 2025

Classic Creations is your one stop shop for all of your Landscaping needs! 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. Give us a call today!

"From the minute Chris contacted us, we knew we were dealing with a total professional. He responded promptly, gave us a reasonable quote, scheduled the job quickly and showed up as promised. He came with the right machinery for the job and high quality materials. We were very impressed with his work ethic and his expertise. We are delighted to give Classic Creations our highest recommendation and would not hesitate to use them again for future projects."

Joan W on April 2025


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NH Dirt
168 River Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
NH Dirt
168 River Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

"We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at NH Dirt LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction."

"We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at NH Dirt LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction."


Avatar for Lake Excavation, LLC
Lake Excavation, LLC
266 NH-9
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Lake Excavation, LLC
266 NH-9
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Lake Excavation LLC, 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.

"Joe was great to work with. He did exactly what I asked for and went above and beyond with some material that was left over. I would definitely hire him again."

Cheryl D on July 2021

Lake Excavation LLC, 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.

"Joe was great to work with. He did exactly what I asked for and went above and beyond with some material that was left over. I would definitely hire him again."

Cheryl D on July 2021


Avatar for Marrotte Services
Marrotte Services
57 Summer Street
4.83(
3
)
Approved Pro
Marrotte Services
57 Summer Street
4.83(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Marrotte Services is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Peterborough, NH. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!

"They really moved fast and efficiently in doing some land clearing. A+++ for service and communication!"

Reed C on June 2022

Marrotte Services is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Peterborough, NH. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!

"They really moved fast and efficiently in doing some land clearing. A+++ for service and communication!"

Reed C on June 2022


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Taylor Land Services, LLC
121C Old Town Farm Road
4.50(
3
)
Approved Pro
Taylor Land Services, LLC
121C Old Town Farm Road
4.50(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

Taylor Land Services, LLC, was founded in 1996 in order to expand on his appreciation and dedication to fine stone craftsmanship and land services. Since then, his company has steadily emerged to the forefront of the industry by focusing on functionality and aesthetics. He has worked throughout Southern New Hampshire and the Greater Boston area specializing in both interior and exterior stone design, heavy equipment operation and material delivery. During the design process Taylor Land Services, LLC, works closely with the customer to ensure that he meets and exceeds all expectations

"I would recommend this Pro highly"

Jeff R on July 2018

Taylor Land Services, LLC, was founded in 1996 in order to expand on his appreciation and dedication to fine stone craftsmanship and land services. Since then, his company has steadily emerged to the forefront of the industry by focusing on functionality and aesthetics. He has worked throughout Southern New Hampshire and the Greater Boston area specializing in both interior and exterior stone design, heavy equipment operation and material delivery. During the design process Taylor Land Services, LLC, works closely with the customer to ensure that he meets and exceeds all expectations

"I would recommend this Pro highly"

Jeff R on July 2018


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McLaughlin Contractors, LLC
188 King St
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
McLaughlin Contractors, LLC
188 King St
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

McLaughlin Contractors 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.

McLaughlin Contractors 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.


Avatar for Simoneau Excavation, LLC
Simoneau Excavation, LLC
4 Homestead Lane
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Simoneau Excavation, LLC
4 Homestead Lane
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer over years of industry experience and a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in excavation work and pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very professional, polite,and fast workers."

Karlene J on April 2023

We are a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer over years of industry experience and a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in excavation work and pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very professional, polite,and fast workers."

Karlene J on April 2023


MC Irrigation & Landscape Construction, LLC
26 Worthen Street
4.83(
33
)
Approved Pro
MC Irrigation & Landscape Construction, LLC
26 Worthen Street
4.83(
33
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 local quotes requested

MC Irrigation & Landscape Construction, LLC, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. MC Irrigation & Landscape Construction, LLC, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Great guy, friendly and reliable"

Daniel P on March 2025

MC Irrigation & Landscape Construction, LLC, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. MC Irrigation & Landscape Construction, LLC, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Great guy, friendly and reliable"

Daniel P on March 2025

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Excavation major grading or reslopings FAQs

The excavation process requires four to eight weeks after preparations are complete. This timeline may extend considerably if contractors encounter unexpected challenges such as rocky soil formations, concealed utility lines, or foundation issues requiring remediation. Additional time requirements for drainage installation, waterproofing, and utility connections should also factor into your planning schedule. Consulting with experienced local contractors provides the most accurate timeline projections.

Creating a basement in high water table conditions remains possible but requires specialized moisture management systems. Contractors implement comprehensive waterproofing, robust drainage networks, and appropriate sump pump systems to manage groundwater infiltration. These enhanced moisture protection measures increase project costs but remain essential for long-term functionality. Professional evaluation of specific site conditions determines the most appropriate moisture management approach.

Several indicators suggest potential challenges for basement excavation, including consistently damp soil conditions, visible foundation deterioration, or significant settlement in existing structures. Properties with unstable soil compositions or bedrock near the surface may present prohibitive excavation costs. Professional structural assessment identifies specific challenges and potential mitigation strategies before committing to major excavation projects.

The value enhancement from basement additions varies considerably based on local market preferences, finish quality, and functional utility. Well-executed basement spaces with proper egress, comfortable ceiling heights, and quality finishes provide the strongest return on investment. Consulting with local real estate professionals provides insight into specific value expectations for your market area and property type.

Most jurisdictions require comprehensive building permits for basement excavation projects due to their structural implications. These include general construction permits plus specific approvals for structural modifications, electrical installations, plumbing systems, and mechanical equipment. Many municipalities also require engineer-stamped plans certifying structural integrity. Working without proper permits risks substantial penalties and potentially costly remediation requirements.

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