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The Builders & Cleaners

4.89(
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The Builders & Cleaners

4.89(
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Customers say: True professional
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Based in West Haven, Connecticut, our team has provided an excellent, affordable service to more than thousands of houses over the years. We are committed to supporting our customers throughout the evaluation process, during the service itself and are available to answer any queries once the work is complete. We are a licensed and fully insured company aiming to respond to all requests involving our services within 24 hours or less. Our professional and knowledgeable staff have a combined experience of over 12 years within the construction, air duct cleaning, and landscaping industries, ensuring guaranteed satisfaction with every job. We pride ourselves in providing a safe, hazard-free environment and maintaining respectful, cordial communications with all of our clients. All technicians can be relied on to keep project sites clean both during and after the work is complete.

"Reached out to get our gutters cleaned. David was very responsive and offered a reasonable rate. Did the job quickly and thoroughly, sent lots of pictures and video of the finished work. Very satisfied, would definitely recommend"

Isaac D on October 2025

Based in West Haven, Connecticut, our team has provided an excellent, affordable service to more than thousands of houses over the years. We are committed to supporting our customers throughout the evaluation process, during the service itself and are available to answer any queries once the work is complete. We are a licensed and fully insured company aiming to respond to all requests involving our services within 24 hours or less. Our professional and knowledgeable staff have a combined experience of over 12 years within the construction, air duct cleaning, and landscaping industries, ensuring guaranteed satisfaction with every job. We pride ourselves in providing a safe, hazard-free environment and maintaining respectful, cordial communications with all of our clients. All technicians can be relied on to keep project sites clean both during and after the work is complete.

"Reached out to get our gutters cleaned. David was very responsive and offered a reasonable rate. Did the job quickly and thoroughly, sent lots of pictures and video of the finished work. Very satisfied, would definitely recommend"

Isaac D on October 2025


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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC

4.81(
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC

4.81(
279
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 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.

"The work performed by Nixon Vazquez and his crew was excellent in detail and the amount of time spent on the project. Strong recommendation for a 5-star rating. A satisfied customer."

Don B on November 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.

"The work performed by Nixon Vazquez and his crew was excellent in detail and the amount of time spent on the project. Strong recommendation for a 5-star rating. A satisfied customer."

Don B on November 2025


Santilli Fuel, LLC

4.97(
134
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Santilli Fuel, LLC

4.97(
134
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

We are a new business serving the Shelton area. Here at Santilli Fuel, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Discount prices on home heating oil.

"Very efficient and excellent work."

Maureen B on May 2025

We are a new business serving the Shelton area. Here at Santilli Fuel, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Discount prices on home heating oil.

"Very efficient and excellent work."

Maureen B on May 2025


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Stump Chompers

4.90(
32
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Stump Chompers

4.90(
32
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Stump Chompers is a family/owner run and operated company. We are on time and on budget. 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. Commercial and residential projects welcome. Call today for a free estimate. "Let Stump Chompers show you what quality service is available to help you improve the appearance of your home and make home maintenance chores like mowing so much easier!"

"Easy to work with. Completed/performed job as requested."

AL H on May 2020

Stump Chompers is a family/owner run and operated company. We are on time and on budget. 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. Commercial and residential projects welcome. Call today for a free estimate. "Let Stump Chompers show you what quality service is available to help you improve the appearance of your home and make home maintenance chores like mowing so much easier!"

"Easy to work with. Completed/performed job as requested."

AL H on May 2020


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City Mechanicals LLC

4.96(
12
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City Mechanicals LLC

4.96(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Welcome to City Mechanicals, where we're more than just a plumbing and heating company - we're the people who understand the joy of a warm home, the comfort of a hot shower, and the relief of a reliable plumbing system. With over 20 years of experience, our team of experts is here to be your partners in creating a cozy, efficient, and hassle-free living space. Whether you're at home or at work, our services cater to both residential and commercial Plunging needs in CT. We're not just your regular 9-to-5 operation either; we know that plumbing disasters don't wait for convenient hours, which is why we offer 24/7 emergency services. Our dedication to environmentally-friendly solutions is unwavering, so ask us about our energy-efficient systems that save you money and reduce your environmental footprint. What sets us apart is our customer-centric approach - we're here to build relationships, not just fix pipes. It's not just plumbing and heating; we're your year-round comfort experts.

"Extremely helpful crew, great experience. They explained everything to me, gave me advice on things I should look out for in the future, and suggested different options for how to fix some problems."

Victoria B on August 2024

Welcome to City Mechanicals, where we're more than just a plumbing and heating company - we're the people who understand the joy of a warm home, the comfort of a hot shower, and the relief of a reliable plumbing system. With over 20 years of experience, our team of experts is here to be your partners in creating a cozy, efficient, and hassle-free living space. Whether you're at home or at work, our services cater to both residential and commercial Plunging needs in CT. We're not just your regular 9-to-5 operation either; we know that plumbing disasters don't wait for convenient hours, which is why we offer 24/7 emergency services. Our dedication to environmentally-friendly solutions is unwavering, so ask us about our energy-efficient systems that save you money and reduce your environmental footprint. What sets us apart is our customer-centric approach - we're here to build relationships, not just fix pipes. It's not just plumbing and heating; we're your year-round comfort experts.

"Extremely helpful crew, great experience. They explained everything to me, gave me advice on things I should look out for in the future, and suggested different options for how to fix some problems."

Victoria B on August 2024


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C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC

4.61(
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C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC

4.61(
117
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Customers say: True professional
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

C2G Environmental has 20 years of experience removing, abandoning and installing underground and above ground storage tanks (heating oil tanks), as well as, remediating contaminated soils from leaking tanks. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. We specialize in residential & commercial underground oil tanks and services. We are fully licensed and insured to perform all aspects of underground oil tanks removal, abandonment's and installations in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey, plus soil and groundwater remediation.

"Excellent service. Crew arrived on time, performed the work in the estimated time, and did a really good job. They were very neat and left the area clean. I highly recommend C2G."

Roy C on October 2025

C2G Environmental has 20 years of experience removing, abandoning and installing underground and above ground storage tanks (heating oil tanks), as well as, remediating contaminated soils from leaking tanks. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. We specialize in residential & commercial underground oil tanks and services. We are fully licensed and insured to perform all aspects of underground oil tanks removal, abandonment's and installations in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey, plus soil and groundwater remediation.

"Excellent service. Crew arrived on time, performed the work in the estimated time, and did a really good job. They were very neat and left the area clean. I highly recommend C2G."

Roy C on October 2025


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Elite Ground Solutions, LLC

5.00(
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Elite Ground Solutions, LLC

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Elite Ground Solutions 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.

"I'm very satisfied with this company's work; they're very professional and know what they're doing. I recommend them 100%."

Diego G on November 2025

Elite Ground Solutions 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.

"I'm very satisfied with this company's work; they're very professional and know what they're doing. I recommend them 100%."

Diego G on November 2025


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Laurel Hill Landscaping

5.00(
5
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Laurel Hill Landscaping

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Landscaping and excavating. Landscape transformations. Create beautiful spaces to enjoy. We install lawn and foundation drains. Clear away scrub brush and plant a mini fruit orchard or decorative beds. We passionately improve outdoor spaces the way you want it. We install patios, retaining walls, decks and fences. We provide crush stone pads for sheds or driveways. Check out our website for complete photos.

"Sean is great. Has all the equipment to do most any job. Would highly recommend him especially for bobcat type of work."

Jim R on November 2024

Landscaping and excavating. Landscape transformations. Create beautiful spaces to enjoy. We install lawn and foundation drains. Clear away scrub brush and plant a mini fruit orchard or decorative beds. We passionately improve outdoor spaces the way you want it. We install patios, retaining walls, decks and fences. We provide crush stone pads for sheds or driveways. Check out our website for complete photos.

"Sean is great. Has all the equipment to do most any job. Would highly recommend him especially for bobcat type of work."

Jim R on November 2024


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Sillo Paving, LLC

4.74(
32
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Sillo Paving, LLC

4.74(
32
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 years of experience

Sillo Paving LLC has been serving Fairfield County Since 1973. Family owned and operated all American paving company.We offer a wide range of asphalt services including- Paving,repair work,overlays,seal coating, asphalt curbing, crack filling,Belgian Block work, gravel driveways, drainage work. We ensure quality work with over 40 years of experience in the asphalt Industry. Sillo Paving LLC is commented to provide their clients with the best possible service.We strive for excellence in every project we undertake. Please call today ,for a free driveway inspection and estimate. We could be reached at 1 -203-286-6724.Norwalk CT.06851

"Excellent work! I just converted over to a gravel driveway from an existing asphalt driveway, while changing the footprint to better suit our needs. Sillo did a beautiful job, and I couldn’t happier with the final results! They did it for a great price too. I spoke with many companies before choosing Sillo, and I’m glad I chose Chris to handle to job! "

Stephen M on May 2025

Sillo Paving LLC has been serving Fairfield County Since 1973. Family owned and operated all American paving company.We offer a wide range of asphalt services including- Paving,repair work,overlays,seal coating, asphalt curbing, crack filling,Belgian Block work, gravel driveways, drainage work. We ensure quality work with over 40 years of experience in the asphalt Industry. Sillo Paving LLC is commented to provide their clients with the best possible service.We strive for excellence in every project we undertake. Please call today ,for a free driveway inspection and estimate. We could be reached at 1 -203-286-6724.Norwalk CT.06851

"Excellent work! I just converted over to a gravel driveway from an existing asphalt driveway, while changing the footprint to better suit our needs. Sillo did a beautiful job, and I couldn’t happier with the final results! They did it for a great price too. I spoke with many companies before choosing Sillo, and I’m glad I chose Chris to handle to job! "

Stephen M on May 2025


"(Fuel Tank Removal)"

Carlos C on January 2025

With over 30 years of experience, we provide our customers with the best value for their Fuel Oil Dollar and excellent oil tank removal as required.

"(Fuel Tank Removal)"

Carlos C on January 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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