Sean Farrell Excavating Inc. has been proudly serving Eastern Massachusetts as a foundation excavating specialist since 1998. Sean Farrell Excavating Inc. has a professional and highly trained staff in addition to top of the line equipment. We are locally owned, insured, bonded and fully licensed. **Not licensed to remove oil tanks from basements**
Business highlights
26 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
DEMO, EXCAVATION, FOUNDATIONS, DRAINAGE, WATER & SEWER, DRIVEWAYS, RETAINING WALLS. INGROUND POOL REMOVAL.
Services we don't offer
Oil Tank Removal and/or installation. We are not licensed.
Sean has a great team. They were on time, finished on schedule and were very hard working. Flavio ran a very competent crew. I highly recommend their services.
Description of Work: Ran a water line from house to street connection.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
Thank you, we appreciate your review. We will convey to Flavio your compliments.
Wonda H.
08/2024
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean and his company was a true blessing for me and my family . Not only did he do an excellent job at my home when I needed him for two separate projects, he was always there to answer any questions and assure me of any doubts during the entire process. Sean gets a 10 + star not a mere 5. I recommend him to anybody out there. He and his company are truly outstanding with excellent service from start to finish. THANK YOU SEAN FOR BEING THERE FOR ME AND MY FAMILY Wonda Hayes
Description of Work: Slope rebuild and Transfer from septic tank to town sewer
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125,900
Niranjan G.
08/2024
5.0
drain pipe
+ -1 more
Sean and his team are incredibly professional and always deliver outstanding results. You can trust them to handle your project with the same care and attention as if it were their own. We've collaborated on utilities work, demolition, and excavation for our new construction project, and they consistently impress. These guys are fantastic!
Description of Work: Fixing existing sewer pipe, new utilities installation, demolition, and excavation
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
P F.
08/2024
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean Farrell Excavation was hired to do over our driveway. Sean clearly reviewed all the materials, steps involved, and hours that the crew would be at our property. The work was meticulous and on time. Reviewing the steps beforehand left us with no surprises and we were able to plan our day to day around it. We were thrilled with the finished results. Sean took the time to listen, relay it to his crew and deliver a gorgeous driveway. We even got a phone call when work was completed to make sure we were happy, something that rarely happens from a company owner these days. I would highly recommend him and his crew for any similar work.
Description of Work: New Driveway
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
Thank you - glad you're happy with the new driveway.
Olivia R.
08/2024
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean Farrell and his employees are truly outstanding! From the initial call to completion of the project there was always clear and honest communication. We had to do a substantial amount of site work and also pour a foundation for a new garage (what I would consider a large project). They answered all my questions and made sure I truly understood what was happening throughout the whole process. Sean called to check in as well in order to ensure client satisfaction and you can tell he takes great pride in his work. 10/10 , five stars, best in the business.
Description of Work: Site work , foundation, retaining wall
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Derek C.
08/2024
1.0
excavators
+ -1 more
If you want someone who knowingly and WILLFULLY VIOLATES multiple Massachusetts General Laws, VIOLATES Building Codes, and provides FRAUDULENT, NEGLIGENT, DEFECTIVE and structurally unsafe work then hire Sean Farrell Excavation. I hired a Construction Legal Team, Construction Forensic Experts and Engineers for the legal LIABILITIES and INCOMPETENCE of Sean Farrell Excavation. See attached, Sean Farrell knowingly committed FRAUD and these violations against Massachusetts Consumers, which will now cost Farrell hundreds of thousands in DAMAGE and LEGAL EXPENSES. I recommend you hire legal counsel and construction experts prior to hiring Farrell…or simply save yourself and just hire a qualified, competent and law abiding Foundation Contractor to complete the job properly the first time. Read attached legal matter BEFORE hiring Farrell.
Description of Work: New construction addition in the absence of civil and criminal violations
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Kathleen M.
07/2024
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean Farrell is the most honest, knowledgeable, professional, trustworthy, amazing, fantastic, (I could go on and on), contractor known to man. I used his company twice, a few months apart, first for a cracked sewer pipe, and second to replace an entire sewer pipe. Dealing with his office is flawless, everyone is super helpful and so responsive with emails in promptly answering my questions about the projects. Everyone who works for Sean is knowledgeable, understanding, and treats the customer with respect and care. He assigned the same crew of workers to my projects and Flavio and his crew arrived promptly and worked tirelessly through the heat and finished the first project in one day. I was extremely impressed! Flavio is extremely knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything he and his team were doing. The second project took only 3 days and Sean personally called to check in with me multiple times during the projects and also at the end of them. His prices are extremely fair and he stands behind his work. I highly recommend Sean Farrell excavation to anyone who needs any work done! I am an extremely satisfied customer and will definitely be calling him for any additional projects I need! Thank you so much to every one of you!!
Description of Work: Replaced a cracked sewer pipe and replaced an entire sewer pipe.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
Thank you for your review. We, at Sean Farrell Excavation, Inc. aim to resolve customers' issue with efficiency and try to make the process as stress free as possible. A referral can be the kindest compliment.
Leah G.
03/2024
5.0
drain pipe
+ -1 more
We had a sewer pipe that was blocked and needed to be replaced ASAP. Sean Farrell personally answered my frantic call within half an hour, late on a Friday afternoon. He came out to scope the job first thing on Saturday morning. On Monday morning, I received a clear quote for the work to be done. The price seemed fair based on another quote we received. All permits and police details were included in the price of the job--there were no hidden costs. The job was completed within one day. The team on the project was respectful and efficient, beginning their day promptly at 7 am. In the course of the work, the team repaired a small part of the sidewalk that had buckled adjacent to the area of the sewer line (not part of the original job), and went further into our yard to repair the pipe than predicted in the quote. Despite these additions to the original scope of work, the quoted price stood. Overall, the project was smooth from beginning to end. I would highly recommend Sean Farrell Excavation for the replacement of a sewer line.
Description of Work: replacement of a sewer pipe
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
We appreciate your taking the time to review. We, at Sean Farrell Excavation, Inc. take immense pride in being able to meet the needs of our customers, responding in a timely manner to ensure the projected work is completed as outlined.
Ben S.
08/2022
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean and his team were fantastic. Sean was extremely quick to come out and provide an estimate then went out of his way to do the work at a fair price (beat his own estimate and was very transparent). Emerson and the whole crew were extremely professional, friendly, and treated my house as of was there own. I’d hire / recommend this crew for anything.
Description of Work: Excavated and installed new water supply
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
Thank you [Member Name Removed].
Laura L.
05/2022
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean and his team did an outstanding job with this project. They came on time as scheduled and made short work of my yard. It was remarkable to watch the excavator scoop out the broken pool as if it were nothing more than a bowl of soup! The operator of the machinery, James, was incredibly talented. He navigated the excavator around tricky areas, scooping out a large tree trunk that leaned partially on a detached garage without damaging a single thing in the process. (He even managed to save a little patch of peonies that I asked him to watch out for along the fence-line!) These guys know what they are doing, and they will get the job done. They seem to be a fairly busy company, so as a result, it did take a bit of time for Sean to initially get back to me after I first called. However, if you are patient and wait for his response, you will be in the fine hands of professionals who do an excellent job at a competitive price. Thanks so much, Sean, James & crew!
Description of Work: I had an old, run-down in-ground pool that needed to be removed from my backyard. Additionally, it was surrounded by a dilapidated patio that also needed excavating and removal, as well as many tree stumps that needed digging out. Finally, the entire yard needed to be covered in loam and seeded. Basically taking a disaster of a backyard and turning it into something decent looking!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
Thank you, we aim to ensure all projects are completed in a professional manner and to meet the description of the agreed upon contract. Sean Farrell & team
Shira L.
04/2021
5.0
concrete repair, excavators
+ 0 more
I had a sewer emergency at my house and Sean returned my call at 8pm or so right after I called him. He discussed my problem and timely showed up at my house the next morning to see my property. I hired Sean to do the work and his team was honestly amazing. Sean told me they would be at my house at 7am day of job (he worked his schedule around to get me in due to my emergency) and at 7am the doorbell rang. A thing of beauty! Sean arranged permits from town, coordinated police detail and gas company. I didnt have to do anything. The work itself was done efficiently and all interaction I had with the workers was extremely polite. Sean and team are what I dream all contractors should be like. 100% hire them. You will not be disappointed.
Description of Work: Sewer repair line
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Ralph B.
09/2020
5.0
concrete repair, excavators
+ 0 more
We hired SF after receiving a very fair estimate. They arrived on time and excavated the street and our front lawn and exposed the old pipe. All that took one working day. The next day they provided the copper pipe to the local Water and Sewer Dept. which laid the new line from the main in the street into our basement. Then SF connected the new line to our main in our basement. The water was turned back on and SF replaced the soil, repaved the street and paved the sidewalk. In all a beautiful job. All was finished by 3:00 day 2 which was the promised time to complete the job.
Description of Work: Had to replace the main water pipe that feeds our building from the main in the street into our basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
Thank you for your review, we strive to maintain professionalism throughout the project while aiming to ensure job site safety, attention to the job at hand and efficiency.
Denise D.
10/2019
5.0
sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
+ 0 more
My dad had sewerage back up in basement from heavy rains and roots of trees growing through pipes. I called Sean and immediately he responded. He had me reach out and get a water camera image of pipes 1st. He explained the process thoroughly. Sean did not want to just come over and dig up unnecessary piping that would be costly. I followed his instructions and he was CORRECT!! The company he recommended flushed out miles of roots!!!!! Saved my dad a ton of money! I highly recommend him. He is honest and reliable!!!! If I could give him 100% I would... 5 stars from this family . Sean also did a follow up call to make sure everything was OK!
Description of Work: Clogged sewerage
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alicia D.
09/2019
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Very well. Professional. Arrived an hour after I called and gathered his people to make sure the job is done right and timely. Cleaned up after the job and explained everything that was done and what to expect going forward. Will not hesitate to endorse to other people. Very reasonable fee. Very happy to have gotten him to do the job.
Description of Work: Excavating , connecting drainage pipe
If I can give then 10 stars to Sean and his team I definitely will. Sean did a fast estimate and was very accurate as well. They pulled the permits accordingly and the team was on time at the day of work. Three crewmen came out and worked really hard all day. We have been having the backup issues for a little bit over 2 years on and off and finally they helped us fixed it once in for all. Price was very reasonable. Besides, the crewmen did the pavement beautifully after they finished the job! The foreman was very knowledgable and patient and explained a lot of things to me, his teammates are very friendly as well. I very much appreciate their work and will recommend Sean Farrell and his team to anyone that I know of. Thank you guys!
Description of Work: Sewer line repair
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
Thank you for your review, we strive to be meet and exceed the work standards as well as explain the scope of work to our customers. We would appreciate referrals to others that may be in need of excavation services. Sean Farrell and company.
Carolyn & Alan R.
04/2019
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean Farrell was very accommodating and prompt. The man who worked the heavy equipment was a master operator and conductor as he led the ream of laborers and drivers throughout the complex process We couldn't be more pleased. Specifics follow: What we needed: -Removal of pool, equipment and surrounding cement walkways. Complicated by being located directly behind the house. -Done in winter to lessen collateral damage and to ease maneuvering of heavy equipment. Also give more settling time before new patio installed. -We acted as our own general contractor. We provided plans, elevations, and did permitting for town. We sought a clean compacted fill so that the area could be buildable in the future. Decision to Remove: -We had lived in the home for 12 years, carefully maintaining the pool to keep the liner as long as possible, knowing that at 50 years, the pool would require a major renovation rather than a simple liner change. Our decision making process was over a 5 year period when we explored various options, and costs. -We finally decided to remove the pool, as although it had been so much fun, it was also a lot of work. Our daughters were off to college, and gave us a view of not having their help as they moved on! -we had noticed much less usage as they grew up and had jobs. -We wanted heat in the pool much more than we used to! Preparation: -We drained the pool in the winter! This is a balance between wanting it warm enough to stay liquid, but remaining cold enough for the actual excavation. We had to be able to get through the ice to get the pump in. As the water level went down, the ice broke up, but by the time it was at the deep end, it shredded the old liner, leaking water to the dirt below. This had to be scooped out by excavator to allow for proper compaction. -We also moved any pavers, gravel, or equipment that we could re-purpose. -The operator and driver came the afternoon before to assess the situation, and make their plans. Day of Demolition: -The trucks and team arrived early in the morning. They backed in our driveway expeditiously. They were never at the site all at once, but were rotating in and out at the situation required. -They first cut the cement slabs surrounding the pool coping. This was the messiest part of job and required our garden hose and water to keep saw cool, and dust down. -The team was well orchestrated without wasted steps. -The pool debris was placed on the shallow end to allow the fill to be dumped and compacted in the deep end, and then the dump truck was filled with the debris. The clean fill was mixed with the sand that had surrounded the pool. This process was repeated many times during the day. -The resulting gravel pad mimics the dimensions of our soon to be installed patio.
Description of Work: 50+ yr, 23,000 gal. vinyl lined pool, concrete and equipment removed, structural fill, prep grading for patio
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Cindy M.
03/2019
5.0
excavators, drain pipe, sewer cleaning
+ 1 more
Sean came to my house within 20 minutes of a emergency phone call. He made arrangements within 15 minutes to have emergency street opening, police detail, and rescheduled his crew for my job to start at 7 A.M. the next morning. I couldn't believe it! He was a life saver, and I have given his name and number to everyone I know who might need excavation work in the future. He is such a nice man and I will never forget what he did for me. Thanks Sean
Description of Work: Had a sewer line problem
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jim B.
02/2019
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
If you need work done in Wellesley hire Sean Farrell Excavators..I have never met a more responsive and professional group of people. Starting with Shane who we initially worked with to scope and price our project, to Paddy who scheduled and managed our project and to Frank who performed the work and met and dealt with Town DPW. Sean Farrell people worked seamlessly with us and the Town to deliver an outstanding result that was praised by us and the Town. I can't recommend enough the pricing, responsiveness, and overall satisfaction you will receive in working with Sean Farrell Excavation....
Description of Work: Removal of Retaining Wall
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000
JOHN S.
11/2018
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
We were very pleased. We decided to replace a 100 year old water main from the street to our house Brookline, and used Farrell because they were doing work a few houses away, and the contractor recommended them.. Because of our vacation, we had to schedule the work for the last week in October, which put them in a tight schedule, as the Town prohibits excavation after November 1. To make matters more difficult, Mark Wahlberg picked our already congested street for filming scenes for Wonderland at the same time, compressing the window for work to 1 rather than 2 days as is normal. But they did the work in one day, and coordinated with the Town. The workers were polite and efficient; this is not easy work. In addition, Neumar (the carpenter used by Farrell) afterwards did a wonderful job restoring a built in bench in the basement that had to be demolished for the water line work. He was nice, skilled, and very easy to deal with.
Description of Work: Replace old water main and restore damage to woodwork in basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Robert W M.
07/2018
5.0
concrete repair, excavators
+ 0 more
Sean Farrell Excavators, Inc. did a fine job replacing our water line. The work crews were punctual, courteous, very professional and respectful of our property. Despite the tight quarters that they operated in, their expertise with such matters made for a very satisfactory result. The crews did a fine job of restoring our fence, which was partially disassembled. Also, they reconstructed our walkway, under which the water line ran. They were careful to restore and clean our neighbor's driveway, which provided access to our property for their work. Mr Farrell did what he stated initially and in a reasonable time frame. Sean Farrell Excavators, Inc comes well recommended by this customer.
Description of Work: Replacing a water line
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
George B.
07/2018
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
It went well. The trench they dug only needed to extend halfway from the street to the house, minimizing disruption of the lawn and avoiding disturbing the front porch. They were able to pull the remainder of the disintegrated pipe in through the basement wall and replace it. The quality of their work was excellent, they repaired the lawn damage and constructed a new sidewalk section. I would recommend them for any similar job.
Description of Work: Replacement of more than century old water pipe from main to house
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Daniel C.
06/2018
5.0
concrete repair, concrete driveways, excavators
+ 1 more
Fast, affordable and professional! They started the day they said they would and the job was done a day earlier then quoted. Don’t use anyone else!
Description of Work: Foundation
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Billie C.
06/2018
5.0
excavators, drain pipe, drain cleaning
+ 1 more
The job went great! In replacing our water main, there was lawn, rose bushes and fence all in the project path. I expected our yard to be left a total disaster. Sean Farrell’s team worked carefully to preserve our grass, carefully remove and replace our fence, and they even dug up and replanted the thorny rose bush! Most contractors would have cut it down and told us to cut our losses, but they were so careful and considerate you wouldn’t even know we had work done. To top it off, they were prompt and completed the job on time, on budget and pulled appropriate permits.
Description of Work: Water Main
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
Becky H.
05/2018
5.0
excavators
+ -1 more
Sean Farrell and his crew have been amazing! Mr. Farrell met on site to discuss possibilities I didn't realize were even there. His crew has been working here for the last month and every one of them is professional, courteous and tidy. They are clearly VERY skilled and the kids have loved seeing them come in with their big trucks! It's not often that you come across a company that is so helpful, skilled AND kind and neat --- I have already referred them to everyone that even mentions dirt. This is the type of company you can hire with confidence.
Description of Work: filling and leveling yard
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
glenn S.
11/2017
5.0
excavators, drain pipe
+ 0 more
Sean farrell excavation did a great job installing my sewer pipe. Mr. Farrell answered all my questions. His company has a real person answering the phone when you call. They clearly write down the work that will be done. They came on time, did the job professionally, swiftly, & cleaned up afterwards. I'd recommended them for the job they did from start to finish. Sincerely, Glenn S.
Description of Work: Had sewer line replaced with new PVC pipe
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Service Categories
Excavating,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Concrete Driveways,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Snow Removal,
Foundation Repair,
Septic Systems
FAQ
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard
Yes, SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC offers free project estimates.
No, SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC offers emergency services.
Yes, SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC offers warranties.
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC offers the following services: DEMO, EXCAVATION, FOUNDATIONS, DRAINAGE, WATER & SEWER, DRIVEWAYS, RETAINING WALLS. INGROUND POOL REMOVAL.
Oil Tank Removal and/or installation. We are not licensed.