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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Watertown - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
4.6(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Watertown, 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.
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+3

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Elmer's Landscaping and Construction
Elmer's Landscaping and Construction
4.9(
76
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, Elmer's Landscaping and Construction, will exceed your expectations. With years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you.

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54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Pro Cut Landscape & Design
4.9(
198
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bob was excellent with his communications and with his consulting during the planning for the project. We followed his advice with respect to the amount of soil and the type (super soil) that was needed. This was included in the price estimate and Bob picked it up prior to starting the project. A date for the work was set and Bob and his crew of two arrived early in the morning and got to work unloading the soil, transporting it to the backyard and spreading it evenly over the project area. After seeding, peat moss was spread over the top as a protective layer. We are extremely happy with the service provided, and the speed and professionalism of the entire crew. I just can’t wait until the grass emerges - I’m sure it will be beautiful. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Pro Cut Landscape & Design again and can recommend them highly to anyone with a landscaping project."
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
4.3(
218
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you are looking for an expert fence installation service provider Deâ Angele Landscape &Construction is the best solution. I can say this with full confidence because I have used their service for fence installation and I am very happy and satisfied with the output. That is why they are my first preference for these types of services."
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Kitchen
Stainless Steel Sink
Single Side Burner
Stair

+12

Response time2 days
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for StoneWall Landscapes
StoneWall Landscapes
4.8(
87
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jerry worked with me to design and install front and backyard gardens with a beautiful stone patio and stone paths. His work is excellent and he knows his materials. He checked in with me along the way about decisions that needed to be made, even though that part was a bit stressful. I also appreciated his team because they were friendly and worked well together (and strong to deal with super rocky soil). We love walking the gardens several times a day and neighbors often stop to admire the beauty of the flowers and trees. We highly recommend Stonewall Pro."
Seat Bench & Firepit
Masonry Construction
patio
Masonry Construction
Natural Stone  Patio with Enclosed BBQ Grill

+70

Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Evertrust Landscaping & Tree Care
Evertrust Landscaping & Tree Care
4.8(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent work ethic! mmmmmmmmr Excellent Work ethic! Arrived on time and worked steadily trimming several very tall trees, cutting down two extremely tall, older trees. Moved tree refuse to woods on property. Raked up all debris. I would recommend this company with no reservations."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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