Rocky Ridge is an excavation & landscaping company servicing Berkshire County. We offer a wide range of services from comprehensive estate management to landscaping services to excavation needs. We specialize in driveway installation & repair, land clearing, drainage, stump removal, and creative landscaping. Rocky Ridge Excavation, LLC is fully insured and provides free consultations & estimates. Owner, Spencer Reilley offers trusted & comprehensive estate management services and can help you manage and see all your desired projects to fruition and maintain your property to excellent standards. You can company trust our with your beloved home or Berkshire estate. Since starting the company in 2014, we've built my business to provide comprehensive landscaping and excavation services for residential and commercial properties. I take pride in my work, have high standards, and offer premium services to my clients.
"Great experience, highly recommend!"
Julie B on June 2023
Rocky Ridge is an excavation & landscaping company servicing Berkshire County. We offer a wide range of services from comprehensive estate management to landscaping services to excavation needs. We specialize in driveway installation & repair, land clearing, drainage, stump removal, and creative landscaping. Rocky Ridge Excavation, LLC is fully insured and provides free consultations & estimates. Owner, Spencer Reilley offers trusted & comprehensive estate management services and can help you manage and see all your desired projects to fruition and maintain your property to excellent standards. You can company trust our with your beloved home or Berkshire estate. Since starting the company in 2014, we've built my business to provide comprehensive landscaping and excavation services for residential and commercial properties. I take pride in my work, have high standards, and offer premium services to my clients.
"Great experience, highly recommend!"
Julie B on June 2023
Valley Excavating 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.
"These guys are great - I had them redo my gravel driveway and then fill in and reseed my swampy back yard. They do quality work, leave the place clean, and are friendly. Couldn't ask for more!"
Andy C on May 2025
Valley Excavating 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.
"These guys are great - I had them redo my gravel driveway and then fill in and reseed my swampy back yard. They do quality work, leave the place clean, and are friendly. Couldn't ask for more!"
Andy C on May 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"when we had a catastrophic septic emergency, the team at Kahlstrom responded quickly to help us out. They proposed a series of measures to help save us money and keep our system healthy longer term, and didn't just jump to selling a new system. The area was left cleaner and more level than when they began, our system works perfectly, and they even helped patch up an ugly and shoddy rain drainage system. It is hard to say enough about these fine folks and the work they did. Thank you again!"
Eric F on March 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"when we had a catastrophic septic emergency, the team at Kahlstrom responded quickly to help us out. They proposed a series of measures to help save us money and keep our system healthy longer term, and didn't just jump to selling a new system. The area was left cleaner and more level than when they began, our system works perfectly, and they even helped patch up an ugly and shoddy rain drainage system. It is hard to say enough about these fine folks and the work they did. Thank you again!"
Eric F on March 2025
Dukes LLC provides residential and commercial services in Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dukes LLC provides a variety of services such as: Tree work Junk removal Demolition Snow removal Carpentry Roofing Masonry Pressure washing Home improvement Bobcat service Hauling Grading Landscaping We take pride in providing great service at a fair price. We are proactive to our customers needs. Please give us a call.
"Travis and his team were amazing. They were working non stop thru some of the hottest temps so far this year. The patio and gate came out amazing. We are extremely happy with the quality of work and customer service they provided. They went above and beyond want was called for. I highly recommend them to anyone"
Paul S on June 2024
Dukes LLC provides residential and commercial services in Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dukes LLC provides a variety of services such as: Tree work Junk removal Demolition Snow removal Carpentry Roofing Masonry Pressure washing Home improvement Bobcat service Hauling Grading Landscaping We take pride in providing great service at a fair price. We are proactive to our customers needs. Please give us a call.
"Travis and his team were amazing. They were working non stop thru some of the hottest temps so far this year. The patio and gate came out amazing. We are extremely happy with the quality of work and customer service they provided. They went above and beyond want was called for. I highly recommend them to anyone"
Paul S on June 2024
5 Years combined experience. We specialize in Septic Installations and Repairs as well as flat concrete work. We also resurface and install gravel driveways. We strive to do professional, quality work and make sure our customers are 100% satisfied.
"Brent and his guys were the best! I am exceedingly happy I selected them to replace my septic tank. This was a major project for me that had the potential to delay the sale of our home. Brent & company came in with the knowledge, equipment and skills that were required to complete the job professionally and efficiently. There was a couple of unforeseen issues but Brent was able to resolve them without batting an eye! He also absorbed the added costs on his own even though I offered to split the difference. I had contacted a number of other firms top do this job and Brent came back with the most professional and detailed quote. He then came out promptly for a site survey- something most of the others did not deem necessary. I have worked around construction contractors for decades and pesonally feel that Fox Excavating LLC is one of the best I have seen!"
Raymond L on December 2024
5 Years combined experience. We specialize in Septic Installations and Repairs as well as flat concrete work. We also resurface and install gravel driveways. We strive to do professional, quality work and make sure our customers are 100% satisfied.
"Brent and his guys were the best! I am exceedingly happy I selected them to replace my septic tank. This was a major project for me that had the potential to delay the sale of our home. Brent & company came in with the knowledge, equipment and skills that were required to complete the job professionally and efficiently. There was a couple of unforeseen issues but Brent was able to resolve them without batting an eye! He also absorbed the added costs on his own even though I offered to split the difference. I had contacted a number of other firms top do this job and Brent came back with the most professional and detailed quote. He then came out promptly for a site survey- something most of the others did not deem necessary. I have worked around construction contractors for decades and pesonally feel that Fox Excavating LLC is one of the best I have seen!"
Raymond L on December 2024
We are a full service Excavation and Trucking Company with 30+ years of experience. Specializing in Complete Septic System Installation and Repair. New or Failing System we perform perk and have Design Engineers we work with your particular project. Demolition of any Building and removal of debris. We do not perform septic pump outs.
"Septic tanks were left exposed, site was a mess, and vent pipe was not at the required height. We talked with him a month before we anticipated water connection, so he knew our timelines. We attempted to contact him every day for a week to schedule final inspection after water was connected, but got no response. It took two emails from the city for him to sign the certificate of compliance."
Candy K on June 2023
We are a full service Excavation and Trucking Company with 30+ years of experience. Specializing in Complete Septic System Installation and Repair. New or Failing System we perform perk and have Design Engineers we work with your particular project. Demolition of any Building and removal of debris. We do not perform septic pump outs.
"Septic tanks were left exposed, site was a mess, and vent pipe was not at the required height. We talked with him a month before we anticipated water connection, so he knew our timelines. We attempted to contact him every day for a week to schedule final inspection after water was connected, but got no response. It took two emails from the city for him to sign the certificate of compliance."
Candy K on June 2023
Asphalt paving and excavating
Asphalt paving and excavating
Picture Perfect Ponds by CJ Grounds Maintenance “Creating Backyard Paradises One Pond at a Time!” Cascading waterfalls, babbling brooks, blooming pond lilies and the graceful movement of brilliantly colored fish… water gardens create a backyard paradise for today’s homeowners. CJ Grounds Maintenance has been building great landscapes since 1975. Picture Perfect Ponds specializes in creating low-maintenance, natural looking, custom water features that reflect the character and personality of their owners. As one of the first Certified Aquascape Contractors (CAC) in the country and the only one in Western Massachusetts, we are proud of our training and education in the water garden field. We have been designing and installing water features since 1998 and have scores of happy pond owners in the Pioneer Valley and beyond! Our waterfalls and ponds may be “awesome”, but as important: Our customer service is second to none. Add our membership in Aquascapes Water Garden Excellence Program and we are uniquely qualified to build you the pond of your dreams! Call us today: (413) 534-5781 or visit our website: www.pictureperfectponds.com
Picture Perfect Ponds by CJ Grounds Maintenance “Creating Backyard Paradises One Pond at a Time!” Cascading waterfalls, babbling brooks, blooming pond lilies and the graceful movement of brilliantly colored fish… water gardens create a backyard paradise for today’s homeowners. CJ Grounds Maintenance has been building great landscapes since 1975. Picture Perfect Ponds specializes in creating low-maintenance, natural looking, custom water features that reflect the character and personality of their owners. As one of the first Certified Aquascape Contractors (CAC) in the country and the only one in Western Massachusetts, we are proud of our training and education in the water garden field. We have been designing and installing water features since 1998 and have scores of happy pond owners in the Pioneer Valley and beyond! Our waterfalls and ponds may be “awesome”, but as important: Our customer service is second to none. Add our membership in Aquascapes Water Garden Excellence Program and we are uniquely qualified to build you the pond of your dreams! Call us today: (413) 534-5781 or visit our website: www.pictureperfectponds.com
Drewnowski Pools and Spas, a family owned and operated business since 1959, is committed to providing high quality products and services as well as superior customer service. Our professional staff works hard to provide you exceptional value in a convenient and friendly atmosphere. We utilize our knowledge, experience, and expertise to provide our customers with the most comprehensive service and educated advice. After all, Pools and Spas should be fun, not work! Drewnowski Pools and Spas was founded on the principles of hard work, exceptional customer service, and a focused attitude. It's these qualities, along with our outstanding quality, that keeps our customers satisfied. We have built many pools in the area, and we have a list of references available upon request. We maintain our excellent reputation for quality by maintaining a friendly relationship with our customers. We want each customer to feel comfortable with the construction process, so we welcome any questions or concerns at all times. Contact us today for more information.
"Fall 2024. Dealing with a pool company for the first time I felt like a long time customer with how I was made to feel comfortable and provided patience when working through a new experience. From the initial contact with Bob Schwein, sales manager, who showed great patience with me when developing and explaining quote to the two super nice and professional staff that did install of first ever pool cover and closure of pool. Great experience!"
Don C on November 2024
Drewnowski Pools and Spas, a family owned and operated business since 1959, is committed to providing high quality products and services as well as superior customer service. Our professional staff works hard to provide you exceptional value in a convenient and friendly atmosphere. We utilize our knowledge, experience, and expertise to provide our customers with the most comprehensive service and educated advice. After all, Pools and Spas should be fun, not work! Drewnowski Pools and Spas was founded on the principles of hard work, exceptional customer service, and a focused attitude. It's these qualities, along with our outstanding quality, that keeps our customers satisfied. We have built many pools in the area, and we have a list of references available upon request. We maintain our excellent reputation for quality by maintaining a friendly relationship with our customers. We want each customer to feel comfortable with the construction process, so we welcome any questions or concerns at all times. Contact us today for more information.
"Fall 2024. Dealing with a pool company for the first time I felt like a long time customer with how I was made to feel comfortable and provided patience when working through a new experience. From the initial contact with Bob Schwein, sales manager, who showed great patience with me when developing and explaining quote to the two super nice and professional staff that did install of first ever pool cover and closure of pool. Great experience!"
Don C on November 2024
Septic Tank Cleaning
Septic Tank Cleaning
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.