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Avatar for SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
4.6(
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean Farrell Excavation Inc. did an excellent job installing a driveway drainage system at my home. The quality of the materials was commendable, and Michael and the project team executed the work very effectively from start to finish. The team's clear expertise showed through. I highly recommend Sean Farrell Excavation Inc.!"
Basement dig out
Equipment ready
Typical sewer pipe installation ready for backfill
Foundation dig out - ready for forms and concrete pour.
Additional Photos

+3

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C2G was excellent during the entire process. they had a quote to my in less than 24 hours and promptly answered my questions when I called them. Once I selected them they were able to schedule the job just a few days out and I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome. The two workers who did the job were knowledgeable and respectful. In over 20 years of home ownership I would have to say this was the best experience I ever had with a home contractor."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Newcomb Terrain Systems
4.9(
43
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Joel did a great job turning some raw undeveloped land into a beautiful up hill driveway. The job involved rebuilding a stone wall, tree stump excavation, sculpting over 250 yards of soils into gentle slopes and finishing the job by spreading gravel for the new driveway. Joel is a master at working an excavator and has excellent work ethics. I am looking forward to having him back to do the next round of work on my property."
before the rebuild
part way through
after rebuild just add flowers and shrubs
just starting
excavating stumps

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ENTECH-Environmental Technicians
4.8(
276
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ENTECH did an oil tank removal for me which is a multi step process with the town and EPA and heavy equipment. It was buried in my front lawn with plantings all around it and oil left in the tank. In the middle, covid 19 shut down the procedure for two months. They handled all the paperwork and headaches. They couldn t have done a more professional job. They did a perfect job of staging the excavation so there was no damage to lawn and plantings. They handled all the delays, rescheduling, and paperwork. They kept their very fair price. I think ENTECH is probably the best contractor I ever hired."
 Tight area
 exposing the tank
 Concrete Driveway
 Breaking Ground
 getting ready to dig

+52

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
4.8(
38
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"For a 6000 sf lawn reconstruction from rocky excavation leftovers with 30 cy of loam. Marc fit me in next day. His equipment , skills, and attitude are top notch. In 5 hours he removed the bad excavated material, graded, prepped, and distributed the loam - ready to seed. He was excellent and very cost competitive."
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Lot Clearing/De-Stumping
Yard Drainage/Discharge system
Southbridge,MA

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
34
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Starling was polite and kept me well informed and the team was here earlier than expected. However, the team did a subpar job. Fall cleanup usually means; pickup leaves and yard debris and quickly mow the lawn for the winter. All they did was pick up the leaves. Debris from trees and shrubs were just moved to three different piles and left here. Left our yard items (chairs, small table, etc.) in disarray. Needless to say there was no mowing. Yard obviously looks better without a bunch of leaves, but the work was definitely not complete and I had to do half of it anyway. Will not hire again."
New walkway, sidding,driveway design
Design
Raised patio
Patio
Design

+20

Response time7 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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WS Builders Corp
4.1(
69
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am 86 years old. Have never had a greater bunch of guys working in cold weather for 12 hours to finish my fence. Worked into the evening on a cold day under floodlights to wrap up the job as promised. Even took the time after a long hard day to clean up all debris. Exceptional bunch of guys. Will have them back again for any other projects around my home. I rated them 5 stars but only 4.5 stars showed in review. Should be 10 stars."
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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PRIME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
5.0(
17
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Serving Framingham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hired to do a major retaining wall. Prime Construction was very prompt with their response time. The work was done quickly and professionally. Very satisfied with the final product. Highly recommend this contractor. Nick and Mike, it was my pleasure doing business with you. Thank you so much!"
Porch Footing
Porch Footing
Water Service
Shrewsbury Coring
Shrewsbury Coring

+6

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Framingham, MA

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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