# S.H. Dunford LLC

**Trade:** Demolition & Excavation · **Phone:** (508) 246-8658 · **Website:** http://shdunfordllc.com/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.1/5** (medium confidence) — from 24 reviews across 5 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

S.H. Dunford LLC is a landscape construction, excavation, land clearing, and septic systems contractor based in Yarmouth (South Yarmouth) on Cape Cod. Owner Sam Dunford, a Cape Cod native who grew up in Brewster, started in landscape construction around 2010 and founded the company in 2012, running it as an owner-operated crew serving residential and commercial customers across the Cape.

Reviewers across Google, Angi and HomeAdvisor — 24 reviews on file, dated from 2018 through 2025 — describe an almost uniformly five-star record built on hardscape and patio work: granite steps and brick or stone patios, driveways with granite or cobblestone borders, retaining walls and walkways come up repeatedly, alongside irrigation installation, yard grading and property cleanups, including landscaping a property for a wedding and clearing storm damage after a 2019 tornado. Reviewers name Sam Dunford directly and consistently describe him as prompt, communicative and professional; several specifically note he explained project scope and pricing honestly rather than pushing unnecessary work, and multiple reviewers say they have used the company repeatedly — for recurring seasonal yard work, for several jobs at one property, or across more than one property over a number of years.

The written record here is entirely positive: no negative reviews or complaints appear in the evidence on any of the three platforms, and the accounts tend toward specific, named projects and outcomes rather than generic one-line praise, consistent with a small, owner-run operation. Angi and HomeAdvisor carry the exact same 11 reviews and 4.9-star rating — a byte-identical mirror rather than two independent samples — while Google shows a separate, slightly larger pool of 16 ratings at 5.0 stars.

For Cape Cod homeowners looking for patio, driveway, retaining-wall or broader excavation and site work — including septic system installation — from a small, owner-operated crew, Dunford's reviewers describe a contractor worth calling, with Sam Dunford personally handling communication and, per several accounts, laying out scope and cost clearly before work starts.

**Strengths:**
- Patio and hardscape work — repeated praise across Google, Angi and HomeAdvisor reviews
- Prompt, honest communication — reviewers across years cite clear scope and pricing
- Repeat customers — several describe multi-year use across seasonal work and projects
- Detailed, specific reviews — named projects and outcomes, not generic praise

**Where sources disagree:**
- Angi and HomeAdvisor show byte-identical review sets and ratings (same 11 reviews, 4.9★) — not independent corroboration

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Owner-operated by Sam Dunford, a Cape Cod native (Brewster) who founded the company in 2012 after starting his landscape-construction career around 2010. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://shdunfordllc.com) — “A Cape Cod landscape construction, excavation, land clearing, and septic systems contractor based in Yarmouth, MA, serving residential and c…”
  - [Official Website](http://shdunfordllc.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Founded in 2012 by Sam Dunford, who began his landscape construction career on Cape Cod around 2010 before …”
  - [Official Website](http://shdunfordllc.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Owner-operated by Sam Dunford, who was born and raised on Cape Cod (Brewster).”
- Patio and hardscape construction — granite steps, brick and stone patios, and driveway installations recur across reviews on three platforms. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT20xSVRtWklTVUpOTW1sM1VrVjNjSEpQYzNSbWFrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm1ITmZISUJNMml3UkV3cHJPc3RmakE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam removed an old concrete patio, two large tree stumps, and built a beautiful new patio.  He also installed irrigation around the entir…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3bC1yS3ZnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDwl-rKvgE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam and his crew did a fabulous job replacing our backyard patio after we encountered a drainage issue. It looks great and no more water …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3aDQzZ1ZnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDwh43gVg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had an excellent experience with SH Dunford, LLC.  We called Sam to give us an estimate to replace crumbling brick front steps with gr…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3MjkyQVJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDw292ARg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Work was done on time and we are happy with end result.   Communication via text/email was excellent.
We had our driveway redone with gra…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCdHNLZi13RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDBtsKf-wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam and his amazing crew built a beautiful hardscape patio for us, and replaced our front steps with granite. He was super helpful, promp…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Sam was prompt, professional, detail oriented, very kind and quick. He was patient as we considered the scope of the project and drove me…”
- Excavation, land clearing, and septic system installation are self-reported core trade offerings alongside landscape construction. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://shdunfordllc.com) — “A Cape Cod landscape construction, excavation, land clearing, and septic systems contractor based in Yarmouth, MA, serving residential and c…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Foundations and retaining walls, Patio construction, Excavation, Land clearing, Septic install, Septic System Insta…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.SHDunfordConstruction.137349179.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Foundations and retaining walls, Patio construction, Excavation, Land clearing, Septic install, Septic Syste…”
- Reviewers spanning 2018 to 2025 consistently describe Sam Dunford as prompt, communicative, and professional, with several noting he explained scope and pricing honestly rather than upselling. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25wMlgwaFpNVVJyVm1ZMlV6WXljR1ZOWm5sMU1IYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnp2X0hZMURrVmY2UzYycGVNZnl1MHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam does great quality work at a good price. I’ve used his company several times. Always satisfied!”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3LThlYm1BRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDw-8ebmAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam from SH Dunford has done work for me at my home.  The work was done on time and on budget and I love it!  You can’t go wrong in hirin…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3MjkyQVJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDw292ARg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Work was done on time and we are happy with end result.   Communication via text/email was excellent.
We had our driveway redone with gra…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Sam was prompt, professional, detail oriented, very kind and quick. He was patient as we considered the scope of the project and drove me…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Prompt, professional, timely follow-up to voice calls, text and email. Clearly explained details of job, answered questions and offered r…”
- Multiple reviewers describe using the company repeatedly — recurring seasonal yard work, multi-year relationships, or jobs at more than one property. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNZN29YMnB3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCY7oX2pwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam and his crew have been working on my  property for several years. I actually had him as a student when he was in 6th grade!
I have hi…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoNHVUcmdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICh4uTrggE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have used Sam for many projects from a fall cleanup to leveling out ground for a new shed (pictured) to a new stone driveway and every …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCN29xMHh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDB7oq0xwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have had Sam and Devin doing my yard work for a number of years now and couldn't be happier.  My lawn is regularly cut throughout the m…”
- 24 reviews on file across Google, Angi and HomeAdvisor from 2018–2025 are almost entirely five-star, with no negative reviews or complaints found in the evidence. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=S.H.%20Dunford%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJ0foGUQ5yjAMRdRt3OIhT1Ds) — “Google: 5★ from 16 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25wMlgwaFpNVVJyVm1ZMlV6WXljR1ZOWm5sMU1IYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnp2X0hZMURrVmY2UzYycGVNZnl1MHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam does great quality work at a good price. I’ve used his company several times. Always satisfied!”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Took a fifty foot pine tree down. Very prompt, professional and did a great job of clean up. Reasonable price.”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “Angi: 4.9★ from 11 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.SHDunfordConstruction.137349179.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.9★ from 11 ratings”
- Angi and HomeAdvisor host byte-identical review sets and ratings for this business (same 11 reviews, 4.9★), not two independent samples. _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.SHDunfordConstruction.137349179.html) — “HomeAdvisor profile for S.H. Dunford Construction & Excavation in South Yarmouth, MA — byte-identical mirror of the Angi profile: 4.9 stars …”
- Specializes in Demolition & Excavation _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://shdunfordllc.com) — “A Cape Cod landscape construction, excavation, land clearing, and septic systems contractor based in Yarmouth, MA, serving residential and c…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Foundations and retaining walls, Patio construction, Excavation, Land clearing, Septic install, Septic System Insta…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.SHDunfordConstruction.137349179.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Foundations and retaining walls, Patio construction, Excavation, Land clearing, Septic install, Septic Syste…”
- Specializes in Landscaping _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT20xSVRtWklTVUpOTW1sM1VrVjNjSEpQYzNSbWFrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm1ITmZISUJNMml3UkV3cHJPc3RmakE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam removed an old concrete patio, two large tree stumps, and built a beautiful new patio.  He also installed irrigation around the entir…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3bC1yS3ZnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDwl-rKvgE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam and his crew did a fabulous job replacing our backyard patio after we encountered a drainage issue. It looks great and no more water …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3aDQzZ1ZnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDwh43gVg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had an excellent experience with SH Dunford, LLC.  We called Sam to give us an estimate to replace crumbling brick front steps with gr…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3MjkyQVJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDw292ARg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Work was done on time and we are happy with end result.   Communication via text/email was excellent.
We had our driveway redone with gra…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3MjRiMlRREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDw24b2TQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam and his crew did a fantastic job getting the landscape ready for a wedding on the property. They completely cleaned up an area that w…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoNHVUcmdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICh4uTrggE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have used Sam for many projects from a fall cleanup to leveling out ground for a new shed (pictured) to a new stone driveway and every …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCN29xMHh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDB7oq0xwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I have had Sam and Devin doing my yard work for a number of years now and couldn't be happier.  My lawn is regularly cut throughout the m…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCdHNLZi13RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3bd4538838771b75!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDBtsKf-wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam and his amazing crew built a beautiful hardscape patio for us, and replaced our front steps with granite. He was super helpful, promp…”
- Also offers Tree Services _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://shdunfordllc.com) — “A Cape Cod landscape construction, excavation, land clearing, and septic systems contractor based in Yarmouth, MA, serving residential and c…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Took a fifty foot pine tree down. Very prompt, professional and did a great job of clean up. Reasonable price.”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
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## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=S.H.%20Dunford%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJ0foGUQ5yjAMRdRt3OIhT1Ds): 5.0★ from 16 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=S.H.%20Dunford%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJ0foGUQ5yjAMRdRt3OIhT1Ds): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://shdunfordllc.com): 14 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/south-yarmouth/sh-dunford-construction-and-excavation-reviews-1.htm): 4.9★ from 11 ratings
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.SHDunfordConstruction.137349179.html): 4.9★ from 11 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tom Miceli · 2025-07-25**: Sam does great quality work at a good price. I’ve used his company several times. Always satisfied!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Patricia Bonarrigo · 2025-07-01**: Sam removed an old concrete patio, two large tree stumps, and built a beautiful new patio.  He also installed irrigation around the entire property.  I highly recommend Sam Dunford and his crew.  He is very responsible and responds immediately to any contact.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Elaine Dickinson · 2025-05-04**: Sam and his crew have been working on my  property for several years. I actually had him as a student when he was in 6th grade!
I have him come back  because of the great job he does. After the tornado in July of 2019, I had a really big mess on my property. Sam took care of it. When I contacted him…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Melanie · 2025-03-28**: Sam and his crew did a fabulous job replacing our backyard patio after we encountered a drainage issue. It looks great and no more water is finding its way to the basement!  I highly recommend Sam for any hardscaping work-done on time and on budget, Always professional and responsive.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · L K · 2025-03-28**: We had an excellent experience with SH Dunford, LLC.  We called Sam to give us an estimate to replace crumbling brick front steps with granite and do a small section of paving.  Estimate was quick and in line with others.  Sam gave a clear timeframe and the project was completed quickly and when exp…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Laurie Canning · 2025-03-28**: Sam from SH Dunford has done work for me at my home.  The work was done on time and on budget and I love it!  You can’t go wrong in hiring Sam 👍
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ernie Judson · 2025-03-28**: Work was done on time and we are happy with end result.   Communication via text/email was excellent.
We had our driveway redone with granite border and stone.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mike Richards · 2025-03-28**: Sam Dunford and his crew do an excellent job when it comes to dirt work or installing hardscape materials. I highly recommend him if you are looking for a professional and reputable contractor!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tim Smith · 2025-03-28**: Sam and his crew did a fantastic job getting the landscape ready for a wedding on the property. They completely cleaned up an area that was overgrown, leveled an area that required many, many trucks of sand and dirt, graded the whole area and seeded it so that everything looked great for the wedding…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Gary Tedesco · 2023-04-03**: Overall a good experience... Responsive Customer Service..no issues at all..arrived promptly...did a great job... finished everything in a timely manner...I will hire them again.

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