CALL US TODAY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SENIOR CITIZENS & VETERAN DISCOUNT! Bucket & Blade, LLC, based in Meredith, New Hampshire, brings over 18 years of experience in site work and hardscaping to the Lakes Region. We specialize in transforming landscapes into functional, beautiful spaces that stand the test of time. Our services include site clearing, light excavation, brush mowing, drainage and grading, driveway preparation, culvert repairs, stump removal, stone and retaining walls, walkways and stairs, patios and fire pits, as well as snow plowing and ice management. We take pride in every project, no matter the size, and are committed to exceeding expectations with quality, precision, and customer satisfaction.
"We hired Bucket & Blade to regrade a 15% slope driveway that was damaged/washed away by heavy rain. Great communication on the prep work needed. Service completed at the estimated price and on time. They did a great job! Would definitely hire them again. We are very happy."
Rick D on October 2024
CALL US TODAY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SENIOR CITIZENS & VETERAN DISCOUNT! Bucket & Blade, LLC, based in Meredith, New Hampshire, brings over 18 years of experience in site work and hardscaping to the Lakes Region. We specialize in transforming landscapes into functional, beautiful spaces that stand the test of time. Our services include site clearing, light excavation, brush mowing, drainage and grading, driveway preparation, culvert repairs, stump removal, stone and retaining walls, walkways and stairs, patios and fire pits, as well as snow plowing and ice management. We take pride in every project, no matter the size, and are committed to exceeding expectations with quality, precision, and customer satisfaction.
"We hired Bucket & Blade to regrade a 15% slope driveway that was damaged/washed away by heavy rain. Great communication on the prep work needed. Service completed at the estimated price and on time. They did a great job! Would definitely hire them again. We are very happy."
Rick D on October 2024
Waterscapes of New England Lakes Region is a master-level expertise landscape design company. We do everything from retaining walls, hardscapes, landscaping design, pavers, stonework, lighting, water features, drainage, and outdoor patio design across the greater New England areas. Our landscape professionals provide expert care and take pride in every job that they complete. Our promise is to work directly with you to ensure that all your expectations are met & exceeded. Planning, organization, & preparation focused on your needs are what separate Waterscapes of New England, LLC. from the rest of the competition. Servicing the Greater New England areas since 1985, including Northern MA, Gilford NH, Wolfeboro NH, Meredith NH & the surrounding areas.
"Polite, timely - started and completed the job ahead of schedule! Very agreeable to payment scheduling. Carl was awesome & professional!"
Sharon A on November 2020
Waterscapes of New England Lakes Region is a master-level expertise landscape design company. We do everything from retaining walls, hardscapes, landscaping design, pavers, stonework, lighting, water features, drainage, and outdoor patio design across the greater New England areas. Our landscape professionals provide expert care and take pride in every job that they complete. Our promise is to work directly with you to ensure that all your expectations are met & exceeded. Planning, organization, & preparation focused on your needs are what separate Waterscapes of New England, LLC. from the rest of the competition. Servicing the Greater New England areas since 1985, including Northern MA, Gilford NH, Wolfeboro NH, Meredith NH & the surrounding areas.
"Polite, timely - started and completed the job ahead of schedule! Very agreeable to payment scheduling. Carl was awesome & professional!"
Sharon A on November 2020
SAPPHIRE PAVING & MASONRY 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.
"Pleasant to work with. Job completed in a very reasonable time. Quality work."
Deborah D on May 2025
SAPPHIRE PAVING & MASONRY 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.
"Pleasant to work with. Job completed in a very reasonable time. Quality work."
Deborah D on May 2025
We are a local masonry business over 20 years in the industry. We pride ourselves on craftsmanship and offer residential and commercial services. We provide services for elevator shafts, masonry walls, chimney construction & repair and more. We look forward to working with you!
"Professional, punctual and efficient. Totally pleased with the work erformed"
Marie W on February 2022
We are a local masonry business over 20 years in the industry. We pride ourselves on craftsmanship and offer residential and commercial services. We provide services for elevator shafts, masonry walls, chimney construction & repair and more. We look forward to working with you!
"Professional, punctual and efficient. Totally pleased with the work erformed"
Marie W on February 2022
We are 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.
"They applied stone veneer over an old fireplace. It made a huge difference in our home. Their price was fair, they showed up on time and did excellent work. I highly recommend!"
Garry L on December 2024
We are 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.
"They applied stone veneer over an old fireplace. It made a huge difference in our home. Their price was fair, they showed up on time and did excellent work. I highly recommend!"
Garry L on December 2024
Erickson Foundation Solutions is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, sump pump installation and maintenance, concrete lifting & leveling, as well as radon mitigation. When it comes to problems or ongoing issues in your basement, we offer permanent solutions! We are a family owned business that began in 1979, proudly serving New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
"They did a fantastic job! We have had driving rain since the installation and our basement is bone dry. They came on time, were very polite and I'm very happy with the fast train system they installed."
Chris T on November 2021
Erickson Foundation Solutions is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, sump pump installation and maintenance, concrete lifting & leveling, as well as radon mitigation. When it comes to problems or ongoing issues in your basement, we offer permanent solutions! We are a family owned business that began in 1979, proudly serving New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
"They did a fantastic job! We have had driving rain since the installation and our basement is bone dry. They came on time, were very polite and I'm very happy with the fast train system they installed."
Chris T on November 2021
For over 40 years, Northern New Englanders have trusted Salmon Falls Nursery & Landscaping to personalize the look and function of their landscape. We specialize in the design and installation of landscape gardens and hardscapes for residential and commercial clients. In addition, we offer design and commercial landscape maintenance. We strive to earn your business in everything we do. Your beautiful, finished landscape is the result of our extensive expertise and Yankee work ethic, delivered by the friendliest staff in the business. Many of the trees and shrubs we install come from our own 200-acre Nursery in Berwick, Maine. We invite you to spend some time getting to know our work and reputation. Whatever your vision for your landscape, all of us at Salmon Falls are committed to making it a reality.
For over 40 years, Northern New Englanders have trusted Salmon Falls Nursery & Landscaping to personalize the look and function of their landscape. We specialize in the design and installation of landscape gardens and hardscapes for residential and commercial clients. In addition, we offer design and commercial landscape maintenance. We strive to earn your business in everything we do. Your beautiful, finished landscape is the result of our extensive expertise and Yankee work ethic, delivered by the friendliest staff in the business. Many of the trees and shrubs we install come from our own 200-acre Nursery in Berwick, Maine. We invite you to spend some time getting to know our work and reputation. Whatever your vision for your landscape, all of us at Salmon Falls are committed to making it a reality.
We are a fully insured growing excavation company in southern NH. We specialize in house lots, additions, barn/garage slabs, drainage systems, yard reclamation, land reshaping, stumping, tree removal, utility trenching and house demo. 22 years of experience. we take pride in our work and try to satisfy the customer beyond expectation on every job.
"Was very pleased with the results great company"
james s on March 2022
We are a fully insured growing excavation company in southern NH. We specialize in house lots, additions, barn/garage slabs, drainage systems, yard reclamation, land reshaping, stumping, tree removal, utility trenching and house demo. 22 years of experience. we take pride in our work and try to satisfy the customer beyond expectation on every job.
"Was very pleased with the results great company"
james s on March 2022
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"good job on time here when they said they would be"
keith K on November 2024
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"good job on time here when they said they would be"
keith K on November 2024
Fortin's Construction handles all things concrete from foundations to finished floors to countertops and stamped patios. We also specialize in epoxy floors. We are a Veteran owned & operated company. We proudly offer Military discounts available! We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and doing the job right the first time. Call or text us today for an estimate.
"This is a very professional and high quality company. They completed the countertops in two days. The epoxy had a flaw from the manufacturer and they come back immediately and re surfaced it. The counters look like glass. The price was reasonable. We are very happy with the result. The only negative is they could have done a better job cleaning up."
Phil B on January 2025
Fortin's Construction handles all things concrete from foundations to finished floors to countertops and stamped patios. We also specialize in epoxy floors. We are a Veteran owned & operated company. We proudly offer Military discounts available! We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and doing the job right the first time. Call or text us today for an estimate.
"This is a very professional and high quality company. They completed the countertops in two days. The epoxy had a flaw from the manufacturer and they come back immediately and re surfaced it. The counters look like glass. The price was reasonable. We are very happy with the result. The only negative is they could have done a better job cleaning up."
Phil B on January 2025
Installing interlocking pavers takes between four and 10 days, depending on the project's size and complexity. The process involves careful excavation, precise leveling, and building a stable base before placing the pavers. Larger projects or challenging site conditions may require more time to ensure a durable and attractive result that stands the test of time.
It's not recommended to place pavers directly on dirt. For the best results, you'll need to lay a foundation of gravel or sand to create a leveled and compacted base. This ensures proper drainage below the pavers, preventing erosion and shifting over time. An uneven or unstable base can cause the pavers to move or settle improperly, affecting the appearance and longevity of your installation.
Installing interlocking pavers yourself involves rigorous preparation and careful execution. This DIY approach requires excavation, precise leveling, and building a proper base using gravel or sand to ensure stability. The project demands at least two to three full days of intensive manual work and the use of specialized tools. Alternatively, hire a paver installer for professional results.
Concrete stone and clay brick pavers are the top choices for homeowners. They offer robust performance and an attractive finish that elevates outdoor living areas. These materials are engineered for superior durability and design flexibility, ensuring long-term strength and style. Selecting the right paver type maximizes the overall appeal and functionality of your space while meeting all design and performance standards.