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Avatar for Roberts Construction LLC
Roberts Construction LLC
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Norwich, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dj and the team at Roberts construction did a fantastic job building a detached garage at my house from start to finish. His team handled everything from designing and drafting the prints, pulling permits, excavation, and building. If you?re looking for a reliable contractor at a great fair price, Robert?s construction can handle the job."
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+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sunshine Environmental Services, Inc.
4.8(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Norwich, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased with this company. Prompt initial response and quote. Prompt site inspection. The excavation of underground oil tank was performed within a week, as promised. The work was done expertly and quickly. The hole was filled and grass sowed in. The completely report was delivered by email within 48 hrs as promised. The invoice was in agreement with quote. Excellent work and pleasant crew. I recommend very highly."
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Eastern Woodland Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Norwich, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeremy and I are birthday friends now! We designed a plan to accomplish a budget friendly overgrowth maintenance yard project that accommodated both of us. He and his crew were empathetic to my current situation and passing of my brother. Also, that no other companies either never called or did not show. Jeremy and Tom & the crew were diligent, hardworking, motivated, and committed to detail. A few incidents with lighting I did not know I had to point out was quickly rectified. I already have plans to have Woodland Solutions maintain my property because of my satisfaction with them snd their overall work ethic. Budget friendly and very compassionate people. I highly recommend them!"
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Stone stairs
Stone wall

+5

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shoreline Property Works
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Norwich, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Welcome to Shoreline Property Works and Smart Living—your trusted partner for home repairs, upgrades, and smart home solutions. From everyday maintenance and expert handyman services to thoughtful improvements, custom installations, and seamless home automation. We keep your home connected, looking its best, and operating at its highest level.

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Easland Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Norwich, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Got a reasonable quote from David to remove an above ground pool, which was taken out efficiently in the morning, and then decided to have them remove a pool deck on short notice the following day. Kathy handled the arrangements nicely."
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Shed Move
Gazebo Move
Shed Move

+67

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Aztec Landscaping, LLC
4.2(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Norwich, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Francis was a top notch professional in all aspects with this job, above and beyond to help us out with our excavation needs. He stayed in communication with us and followed through with our plumber. Had recommendations to help us out all the way through the project. I would definitely refer and hire again. Very honest and sincere. Thank Kelley and Bert."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
Down to Earth Landscaping, LLC
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Norwich, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charles and his crew did landscaping all around our property, added top soil, graded it, applied grass seed, and removed trees. They were very efficient and did excellent work. I would highly recommend them and would definitely hire them again if the need arises."
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+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

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