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Excavation major grading or resloping pros in Orleans

Avatar for Scape Cod
Scape Cod
16 Crescent Ridge Way
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Scape Cod
16 Crescent Ridge Way
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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.

"JJ was on time, on budget and did an excellent job laying a bluestone patio. We want him to come back in the spring."

Willow S on November 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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.

"JJ was on time, on budget and did an excellent job laying a bluestone patio. We want him to come back in the spring."

Willow S on November 2023


Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape
PO Box 292
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape
PO Box 292
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 7 years experience in the landscaping industry, Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape is your industry expert in Hariwch, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"If you are looking for a tree removal company that combines skill, professionalism, and integrity, we highly recommend BSJ Tree Service. We hired them to remove 16 trees from our property including full stump removal. From the first contact they were responsive, professional and knowledgeable, they provided thoughtful advice about which trees should be removed or pruned and which ones were safe or worth keeping. The crew worked efficiently and the clean up was thorough- no unwanted debris left behind. They exceeded our expectations."

Mark M on April 2025

With over 7 years experience in the landscaping industry, Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape is your industry expert in Hariwch, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"If you are looking for a tree removal company that combines skill, professionalism, and integrity, we highly recommend BSJ Tree Service. We hired them to remove 16 trees from our property including full stump removal. From the first contact they were responsive, professional and knowledgeable, they provided thoughtful advice about which trees should be removed or pruned and which ones were safe or worth keeping. The crew worked efficiently and the clean up was thorough- no unwanted debris left behind. They exceeded our expectations."

Mark M on April 2025


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L.N Magalhaes & Co.
75 Charles Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
L.N Magalhaes & Co.
75 Charles Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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.

"Such great attention to detail, Very nice workers, great pricing, defense would recommend "

Lucas A on March 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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.

"Such great attention to detail, Very nice workers, great pricing, defense would recommend "

Lucas A on March 2025


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JPL Excavation
PO Box 167
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
JPL Excavation
PO Box 167
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
62 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience in the excavating industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of excavating projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give JPL Excavation a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Jack and crew went beyond expectations. As a long time contractor, I’m impressed with their commitment to project. I spent the day watching them, Their skills are very obvious. Clearly enjoy what they do. It shows."

Bill G on April 2025

With over 10 years of experience in the excavating industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of excavating projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give JPL Excavation a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Jack and crew went beyond expectations. As a long time contractor, I’m impressed with their commitment to project. I spent the day watching them, Their skills are very obvious. Clearly enjoy what they do. It shows."

Bill G on April 2025


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JTC Contractors
1 Buttercup Lane
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
JTC Contractors
1 Buttercup Lane
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

Generations of building new homes installing utilities and commercial buildings! Either building from start to finish or for all of your excavation needs from foundations, licensed title 5 septic installation, lot clearing, sewer connections and much more. Find out if you can switch your home to town sewer today and let us hook you into the town line and never worry about pumping or septic maintenance or costly failures ever again!! Give us a call 7743536401

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Alex Y on September 2018

Generations of building new homes installing utilities and commercial buildings! Either building from start to finish or for all of your excavation needs from foundations, licensed title 5 septic installation, lot clearing, sewer connections and much more. Find out if you can switch your home to town sewer today and let us hook you into the town line and never worry about pumping or septic maintenance or costly failures ever again!! Give us a call 7743536401

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Alex Y on September 2018


John H Canto Asphalt Paving
12 Evergeen Way
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
John H Canto Asphalt Paving
12 Evergeen Way
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a local Cape Cod family owned company located in Harwich for over 40 years. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

We are a local Cape Cod family owned company located in Harwich for over 40 years. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.


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GTF & Sons Construction
761 Old Barnstable Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
GTF & Sons Construction
761 Old Barnstable Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
347 local quotes requested

GTF & Sons Construction - Your Trusted Home Improvement Experts in Barnstable. From small repairs to major renovations, our skilled team is here to bring your vision to life. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations. Contact us today for all your home improvement needs.

"They did a good work and very communicative. They are a good company and know what they are doing."

Mathew A on February 2023

GTF & Sons Construction - Your Trusted Home Improvement Experts in Barnstable. From small repairs to major renovations, our skilled team is here to bring your vision to life. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations. Contact us today for all your home improvement needs.

"They did a good work and very communicative. They are a good company and know what they are doing."

Mathew A on February 2023


JOYCE LANDSCAPING
68 FLINT ST
4.50(
16
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JOYCE LANDSCAPING
68 FLINT ST
4.50(
16
)
Customers say: Super punctual
31 years of experience

Full service residential & commercial landscape company offering custom design and all facets of landscape construction and maintenance services throughout Cape Cod and Southeastern Massachusetts. We continually strive to exceed the expectations of every customer in the delivery of our product and services. We are an award winning organization offering year-round services from our team at The Joyce Companies (Joyce Landscaping, Always Green of Cape Cod & Grassroots Irrigation). We offer a single source solution for comprehensive design, installation and property maintenance, as well as the highest quality and value for your investment. We provide the power of one service provider for complete landscaping, property maintenance & concierge services. Beautiful Properties Begin Here...

Full service residential & commercial landscape company offering custom design and all facets of landscape construction and maintenance services throughout Cape Cod and Southeastern Massachusetts. We continually strive to exceed the expectations of every customer in the delivery of our product and services. We are an award winning organization offering year-round services from our team at The Joyce Companies (Joyce Landscaping, Always Green of Cape Cod & Grassroots Irrigation). We offer a single source solution for comprehensive design, installation and property maintenance, as well as the highest quality and value for your investment. We provide the power of one service provider for complete landscaping, property maintenance & concierge services. Beautiful Properties Begin Here...


Apex Landscaping LLC
124 Depot Road West
5.00(
4
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Apex Landscaping LLC
124 Depot Road West
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Apex Landscaping LLC one call we do it all. Mowing, cleanups, irrigation, lighting, Fertilization (organic or with pesticides), Hardscaping. Over 20 years servicing Cape Cod. Fully licensed and insured. We can bring the best quality on any budget.

"My family owns Cape Sand and Recycling in Brewster and Dennis. They also have other large residential properties. Apex is the only company we use now for irrigation, fertilization and general maintenance issues. We had several other landscapers that never did as good a job as Apex Landscaping. Alex Booth is a hard working professional that knows his stuff. I recommend him highly."

Meg M on December 2023

Apex Landscaping LLC one call we do it all. Mowing, cleanups, irrigation, lighting, Fertilization (organic or with pesticides), Hardscaping. Over 20 years servicing Cape Cod. Fully licensed and insured. We can bring the best quality on any budget.

"My family owns Cape Sand and Recycling in Brewster and Dennis. They also have other large residential properties. Apex is the only company we use now for irrigation, fertilization and general maintenance issues. We had several other landscapers that never did as good a job as Apex Landscaping. Alex Booth is a hard working professional that knows his stuff. I recommend him highly."

Meg M on December 2023


Seaway Services
627 Ferry St
2.54(
26
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Seaway Services
627 Ferry St
2.54(
26
)
45 years of experience

Cash accepted.

Cash accepted.

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FAQs for excavation major grading or resloping projects in Orleans, MA

Renting an excavator with a professional operator costs more than renting equipment only, reflecting the added value of skilled labor. This arrangement eliminates the learning curve associated with machine operation and transfers liability to the service provider. For homeowners without experience with heavy equipment, the additional expense often proves worthwhile through increased efficiency and a reduced risk of property damage or personal injury.

Residential foundation work often requires a medium-sized excavator with sufficient digging depth and power to handle the project effectively. These machines offer the necessary capabilities without the excessive costs of larger models. When selecting equipment, consider both the foundation dimensions and site access limitations. The appropriate bucket width is also important—wider buckets move more material quickly, while narrower options provide greater precision in confined spaces.

Equipment rental requires some form of liability coverage. While some homeowners' insurance policies extend to rented equipment, many do not provide adequate protection. Rental companies offer insurance options or require proof of appropriate coverage before releasing equipment. Coverage requirements and costs vary based on the equipment value and project scope, making it essential to verify your protection before beginning work.

While formal certification isn't always mandatory for equipment rental, operating an excavator safely requires proper training. Most rental companies provide basic operational instructions, but expect renters to have some familiarity with heavy machinery. Depending on your location and project type, local regulations may require specific certifications or permits. Research your area's requirements before renting to ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations.

Securing your equipment reservation well in advance of your project start date is advisable, particularly during the construction season. A two-week advance booking is recommended to ensure availability of your preferred machine type and size. During slower periods, shorter notice may be acceptable, but early planning provides greater flexibility and peace of mind. Some rental companies offer scheduling priority to customers who book further in advance.

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