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Avatar for ARD Construction LLC
ARD Construction LLC
98 Smull Ave
5.00(
19
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Approved Pro
ARD Construction LLC
98 Smull Ave
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

ARD Construction 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.

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David G on April 2024

ARD Construction 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.

"N/A"

David G on April 2024


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Avid Developments, LLC
8 Diane Ct
4.74(
56
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Approved Pro
Avid Developments, LLC
8 Diane Ct
4.74(
56
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
19 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

With over 30 years of experience in the painting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Avid Developments, LLC, a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"They arrived early to start work. Very professional and friendly. Worked fast and cleaned up. I highly recommend them. I will be using them again."

Eunice M on July 2024

With over 30 years of experience in the painting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Avid Developments, LLC, a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"They arrived early to start work. Very professional and friendly. Worked fast and cleaned up. I highly recommend them. I will be using them again."

Eunice M on July 2024


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D&R OUTDOOR SERVICES LLC
176 Holland Rd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
D&R OUTDOOR SERVICES LLC
176 Holland Rd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
10 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

D&R OUTDOOR SERVICES 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.

"We bought a new home and had not quite gotten to buying the appropriate equipment to mow the lawn, weed whacking etc so wanted to hire for a one-time service to get the property cleaned up. Dan was responsive to our request, reasonable rates and able to accommodate the timing of service. He and his team came on site and did a terrific, thorough job. Did very well around the various plants and edges. We were so impressed, we are looking to continue using his team for a while longer while we settle in. Definitely recommend."

Nicole A on June 2025

D&R OUTDOOR SERVICES 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.

"We bought a new home and had not quite gotten to buying the appropriate equipment to mow the lawn, weed whacking etc so wanted to hire for a one-time service to get the property cleaned up. Dan was responsive to our request, reasonable rates and able to accommodate the timing of service. He and his team came on site and did a terrific, thorough job. Did very well around the various plants and edges. We were so impressed, we are looking to continue using his team for a while longer while we settle in. Definitely recommend."

Nicole A on June 2025


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Jager Landscaping Inc
231 W Oakland Ave
4.71(
41
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Approved Pro
Jager Landscaping Inc
231 W Oakland Ave
4.71(
41
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
456 local quotes requested
54 years of experience

Jager Landscaping has been delivering quality service for over 48 years. We are a landscape contracting company with two divisions. One division is Jager Landscaping Inc. We provide complete landscaping services. Design/Build, all forms of retaining walls, patios, historic brick driveways and walks, mature tree and shrub planting, mulching, seeding, topsoil, seasonal color, organic & synthetic lawn care, maintenance, and property management. The other division is All Surface Restoration a power washing business that uses a unique cleaner and low pressure to clean just about any surface. We clean roofs asphalt shingles, cedar shakes, siding (vinyl, stucco, brick, and cedar), decks (cedar, ipe, pressure treated, redwood), Patio's and walks (concrete and pavers),and log homes. We also repair, sand and seal decks. We can restore your deck. For your convenience we accept Mastercard, Visa, and Discover card. There is someone here to answer your calls 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

"Have been using them for several yrs. Reliable, consistent staff. Excellent customer service"

Ricki M on September 2021

Jager Landscaping has been delivering quality service for over 48 years. We are a landscape contracting company with two divisions. One division is Jager Landscaping Inc. We provide complete landscaping services. Design/Build, all forms of retaining walls, patios, historic brick driveways and walks, mature tree and shrub planting, mulching, seeding, topsoil, seasonal color, organic & synthetic lawn care, maintenance, and property management. The other division is All Surface Restoration a power washing business that uses a unique cleaner and low pressure to clean just about any surface. We clean roofs asphalt shingles, cedar shakes, siding (vinyl, stucco, brick, and cedar), decks (cedar, ipe, pressure treated, redwood), Patio's and walks (concrete and pavers),and log homes. We also repair, sand and seal decks. We can restore your deck. For your convenience we accept Mastercard, Visa, and Discover card. There is someone here to answer your calls 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

"Have been using them for several yrs. Reliable, consistent staff. Excellent customer service"

Ricki M on September 2021


Avatar for Charles & Son Construction & Landscaping Inc
Charles & Son Construction & Landscaping Inc
57 Chestnut St
4.47(
51
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Approved Pro
Charles & Son Construction & Landscaping Inc
57 Chestnut St
4.47(
51
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
1158 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping is one of the premier full service landscaping companies in the Essex/Union/Morris/Passaic county areas. Our services include landscape design,hardscape installation, patios, walkway, driveway masonry contractor, Low voltage lighting, and tree removal. Our experienced landscapers guarantee clean, prompt service. Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping currently employees 15 professionals, so no job is too big or too small. We have a large assortment of professional equipment, We run background checks on all of our landscaping professionals.

"They're listed for Union County but say it's too far, and I'm close to essex County Boarder. Please update areas of work. Also, it does not do landscaping maintenance."

Walidah I on June 2024

Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping is one of the premier full service landscaping companies in the Essex/Union/Morris/Passaic county areas. Our services include landscape design,hardscape installation, patios, walkway, driveway masonry contractor, Low voltage lighting, and tree removal. Our experienced landscapers guarantee clean, prompt service. Charles & Sons Construction & Landscaping currently employees 15 professionals, so no job is too big or too small. We have a large assortment of professional equipment, We run background checks on all of our landscaping professionals.

"They're listed for Union County but say it's too far, and I'm close to essex County Boarder. Please update areas of work. Also, it does not do landscaping maintenance."

Walidah I on June 2024


Avatar for WEATHER-TITE WATERPROOFING INC.
WEATHER-TITE WATERPROOFING INC.
510 Sylvan St
4.87(
94
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Approved Pro
WEATHER-TITE WATERPROOFING INC.
510 Sylvan St
4.87(
94
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
326 local quotes requested

Weather-tite Waterproofing is a family owned, full service basement waterproofing company that has been serving our customers since 1992.All work is performed by our trained,professional staff,never by sub-contractors.All inspections are done by owner after which you shall receive a free, written estimate.

"We could not be happier with the work Weather-Tite performed on our home and our basement has been completely dry with no issues ever since. We received an appointment promptly, got an estimate directly from the owner, Bob, and had the work performed in a timely manner. The proposed work and job price was clearly explained. The crew was very hardworking working and got our job done quickly and cleaned everything up when they finished. We would absolutely recommend this company to other homeowners."

Mike B on May 2025

Weather-tite Waterproofing is a family owned, full service basement waterproofing company that has been serving our customers since 1992.All work is performed by our trained,professional staff,never by sub-contractors.All inspections are done by owner after which you shall receive a free, written estimate.

"We could not be happier with the work Weather-Tite performed on our home and our basement has been completely dry with no issues ever since. We received an appointment promptly, got an estimate directly from the owner, Bob, and had the work performed in a timely manner. The proposed work and job price was clearly explained. The crew was very hardworking working and got our job done quickly and cleaned everything up when they finished. We would absolutely recommend this company to other homeowners."

Mike B on May 2025


Avatar for Experienced Landscape Design LLC
Experienced Landscape Design LLC
279 S Beverwyck Rd
5.00(
35
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Approved Pro
Experienced Landscape Design LLC
279 S Beverwyck Rd
5.00(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
936 local quotes requested

Experienced Landscape Design LLC - Transforming Your Outdoor Space. From excavation to landscape design and maintenance, our team brings over 25 years of experience to every project. Contact us today for a stunning outdoor oasis!

"Paul and his wife Linda were great. They came to look at tge property first provided a lot of recommendations and sent me some options to choose from. They were also willing to take me to the nursery to pick out the items. They made everything very easy for me. They went above and beyond and yard looks so much better. Very personable and accessible. Love that about Paul and answered all of my questions."

SHERYLINE I on May 2025

Experienced Landscape Design LLC - Transforming Your Outdoor Space. From excavation to landscape design and maintenance, our team brings over 25 years of experience to every project. Contact us today for a stunning outdoor oasis!

"Paul and his wife Linda were great. They came to look at tge property first provided a lot of recommendations and sent me some options to choose from. They were also willing to take me to the nursery to pick out the items. They made everything very easy for me. They went above and beyond and yard looks so much better. Very personable and accessible. Love that about Paul and answered all of my questions."

SHERYLINE I on May 2025


Avatar for Arid Basement Waterproofing
Arid Basement Waterproofing
315 Shea Drive
4.86(
85
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Approved Pro
Arid Basement Waterproofing
315 Shea Drive
4.86(
85
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
304 local quotes requested

Dira Associates, INC. d/b/a Arid Basement Waterproofing is a family owned & operated business. We are the oldest waterproofing company in New Jersey and one of the oldest in the tri-state area. We specialize in French drains and sump pumps and gladly give referrals in your neighborhood. We also are distributors for the best dehumidifier and battery backup pump system on the market. We DO NOT subcontract our work and our French drains come with a lifetime transferable guarantee.

"Arid was professional, helpful and did a great job waterproofing our basement!"

Briana A on May 2025

Dira Associates, INC. d/b/a Arid Basement Waterproofing is a family owned & operated business. We are the oldest waterproofing company in New Jersey and one of the oldest in the tri-state area. We specialize in French drains and sump pumps and gladly give referrals in your neighborhood. We also are distributors for the best dehumidifier and battery backup pump system on the market. We DO NOT subcontract our work and our French drains come with a lifetime transferable guarantee.

"Arid was professional, helpful and did a great job waterproofing our basement!"

Briana A on May 2025


Avatar for ELT Construction LLC
ELT Construction LLC
246 Terrace Ave
3.67(
6
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Approved Pro
ELT Construction LLC
246 Terrace Ave
3.67(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
280 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Since 1997, ELT Construction, LLC has specializes in concrete and masonry services to help transform the exterior of your home into an oasis. We can help you with many projects as we are a general contracting company but found a passion masonry services. Our staff is always happy to help, give us a call today for your free estimate!

"They accepted a job and then never made contact again. Not recommended."

Simeon L on April 2023

Since 1997, ELT Construction, LLC has specializes in concrete and masonry services to help transform the exterior of your home into an oasis. We can help you with many projects as we are a general contracting company but found a passion masonry services. Our staff is always happy to help, give us a call today for your free estimate!

"They accepted a job and then never made contact again. Not recommended."

Simeon L on April 2023


Avatar for Groundworks
Groundworks
2624 Hamilton Blvd
4.57(
225
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Approved Pro
Groundworks
2624 Hamilton Blvd
4.57(
225
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
538 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Established in 2004, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across New Jersey, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Working with DJ from Groundworks (Select Basement) has been an outstanding experience. After struggling with various contractors who either failed to resolve our water issues or were unprofessional, DJ and his team truly stood out. DJ was incredibly helpful, patient, and responsive throughout the entire process. Our home is a ranch with 225 linear feet around the perimeter, and while other contractors insisted on installing a French drain for the entire length, DJ recommended a more targeted approach. He proposed installing the French drain for just 80 linear feet, focusing only on the areas where water intrusion was likely. His thorough explanations and prompt responses to all our questions were greatly appreciated. The workers arrived on time, maintained a clean work environment, and completed the job as promised. If we could give 10 stars, we would! Groundworks is a highly professional and honest company that didn't try to inflate the scope of work to charge us more. We wholeheartedly recommend them."

Elina B on October 2024

Established in 2004, Groundworks is a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across New Jersey, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Groundworks proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At Groundworks, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Working with DJ from Groundworks (Select Basement) has been an outstanding experience. After struggling with various contractors who either failed to resolve our water issues or were unprofessional, DJ and his team truly stood out. DJ was incredibly helpful, patient, and responsive throughout the entire process. Our home is a ranch with 225 linear feet around the perimeter, and while other contractors insisted on installing a French drain for the entire length, DJ recommended a more targeted approach. He proposed installing the French drain for just 80 linear feet, focusing only on the areas where water intrusion was likely. His thorough explanations and prompt responses to all our questions were greatly appreciated. The workers arrived on time, maintained a clean work environment, and completed the job as promised. If we could give 10 stars, we would! Groundworks is a highly professional and honest company that didn't try to inflate the scope of work to charge us more. We wholeheartedly recommend them."

Elina B on October 2024

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FAQs for yard drainage projects in Paterson, NJ

Absolutely. You can combine drainage installation with many other kinds of projects, such as building a new home, constructing a major addition, or installing an irrigation system. Since excavation is already underway, combining tasks can save you time and money by minimizing labor and material expenses and ensuring seamless integration of multiple systems.

Make sure your contractor is licensed and insured by checking their credentials. Ask for a detailed written estimate outlining every aspect of your drainage system, including how they plan to address specific problem areas in your yard. You can also ask if they have a warranty for their work. Additionally, review feedback from their previous customers to confirm the quality of their work.

It depends on your specific water management needs. A French drain is a passive system that redirects water away from your home without mechanical assistance. A sump pump actively removes water when it reaches a certain level. Often, using both systems together provides the best defense against water intrusion, but a pro can give you specific advice for your home and yard.

Your contractor starts by mapping and digging a trench with at least a 1% slope so water can run off freely. Next, they’ll line the trench with filter fabric, add gravel, and lay the drainpipe to keep water moving. Contractors use specialized equipment to complete each step and ensure compliance with local regulations. This systematic approach creates a robust solution that effectively directs water away from your home.

A proper slope is essential for an effective drainage system installation. Drainage trenches must be engineered with a minimum 1% slope to ensure water flows immediately away from your home without hindrance. Adequate grading increases the system’s capacity to handle heavy water volumes and eliminates pooling. Always verify local guidelines and contact utility services before excavation to ensure safety and compliance.

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