Our house dates from 1949, as did the septic tank, a galvanized tin container about 6' in diameter,…read moreno leach field. As the tank had caved in recently, we no longer had a functioning system (which indeed backed into the house at Christmas time.) After we trenched out the old system and at least got liquids flowing, we sought out bids to replace. Not only did the whole system have to get rebuilt to code, but we also had to deal with shale rock inches below the lawn and a wooded area leading down the hillside for the site of the leach field. Given the scope of the project, the first contractor we spoke to was never heard from again. J&R Contracting, headed up the the father and son team of Rick and Rick, arrived 2 days after we called, sized up the project, gave us a realistic estimate given the challenges of the site (e.g. assume an extra day to jack hammer through the shale to create a pit.) We said, "Sure!" Rick took a deposit to pay for the construction of a low profile holding tank, said they'd be back to do the job when the tank was ready. Sure enough, 3 weeks later, the team showed up with two backhoes, a dozer, trucks to transport in sand and topsoil, and chainsaws. We mapped out an area for the tank and leach field, and then they got to work. Over three days a level area was created for the leach field after removing some scrub trees. Specimen trees were tagged and left alone. The big project was jack hammering out the pit, as deep as I am tall. The tank was lowered in, piping connected and soil smoothed over. As J&R already had all the equipment on site, we asked for two days of extra work to bring in ten loads of sand and topsoil to regrade the lawn, reshaping to direct rainfall and winter melt away from the house foundations. The final step in late April will be to distribute shade tolerant grass seed across the new lawn. The final bill matched the original estimate. The added time and materials for sculpting the lawn was, of course, extra. The results far exceeded our expectations.

Never showed up.. spoke with him twice. If your too busy say so. Don't waste the customers time..read more

Upstate Tree and Excavation gave me a quote to bury a culvert and set up a drain system for a new…read morelawn area. They were quick to arrive, kept two appointments digging the channel and burying the culvert. Rather than get a third culvert, they advised that too much erosion below would result, and that instead they would bring in a load of rock to cover with soil to complete the task. That was in May. They took payment for the whole job at that time, even though it wasn't complete. After a couple of exchanged texts and brief replies over the summer like "of course we'll come back", they have now blocked me from sending text messages to their number and have evidently decided to keep the money for the remainder of the project and not return? It has now been over two months since they promised they would return. They did good work with the initial part of the project and were a pleasure to work with. I did not frequently text them, I'm not sure what happened, but they did not finish my project and the kept the remainder of the funds.

Very reliable Very nice person to talk to…read moreGood pricing I had a tree taken down the many companies in the area denied doing but he got it done like it was nothing. Very very happy with my experience with Upstate Tree service 10 out of 10 review highly recommend

They showed up on schedule, the work exceeded our expectations and everything stayed in budget…read more The owner was very communicative as to our options, we were dealing with a very complicated repair to our drainage lines . A++++

Maxwell Excavating and its owner, James, are absolutely top-notch. James and his team went above…read moreand beyond to handle our excavation needs with precision and expertise. They completed the job efficiently and flawlessly, leaving us impressed with their professionalism and dedication to quality work. I highly recommend Maxwell Excavating for any excavation projects - you won't find a better team to get the job done right. -Haus Windham Hotel

Excellent advice and service from a wonderful hardworking team! They were able to fine efficient…read moreand safe ways to mend our system, and provided a wonderful level pad to our yard afterwards.

From the owner: For trusted excavation services in Sandisfield, MA, call Kahlstrom Enterprises Inc today. Let our…read moreexperience and dedication provide the foundation your project needs. We look forward to building long term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. * Excavation Contractor * Excavation Services * Site Clearing * Field Mowing * Bobcat Services * Grading Services * Regrading Services * Resloping Services * Site Preparation * Building Site Preparation * Construction Site Preparation * Title V Inspection * Septic Installs * Septic Repairs

I was having a backup issue at my home and everyone recommended Vadney's. I called, gave my…read moreinformation and he came over an hour before expected. Called me ahead of time to let me know. Much appreciated during an emergency! They did what they could from the outside, told me what the problem was and that I would need someone else, unfortunately. They did buy me time. Knowledgeable, friendly, thorough, patient with explaining the real problem so I wouldn't get ripped off. Would highly recommend them and will use them in the future for all my septic services. Also very reasonable rates.

When our water line in our front yard had a large leaking hole, they were quick, honest, and…read morehelpful. We were glad we used them - total cost was about a quarter of what we thought it was going to be. Highly recommend.