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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Amherst - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Ikon Imports LLC
Ikon Imports LLC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Konnaugh and his team were a pleasure to work with. They showed up on time, and after demolishing and removing a hot tub and a chicken coop, they left my yard practically spotless! They did such a great job, I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for junk removal or yard cleanup ??"
Organizing Items
Sorting items
Clean Room
Half Full Garage
Empty Garage

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Twin Timber Construction
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Michael built a single family home in Laconia and his work was thoughtful, tasteful, and overall very well done. He was very responsive and quick to make any requested adjustments. I highly recommend Michael and his team for any renovations, improvements or building a home from start to finish!"
Laconia Custom Home
Laconia Custom Home
Laconia Custom Home
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
McAdams Excavation & Landscaping
3.9(
27
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

""ABSOLUTELY SUPERB" - Ken and Rowen were contracted to install Round River Rock Stone along approximately 180 feet (both sides) of my driveway. Ken promptly answered my request for an estimate. The next day he arrived to view the job and was very thorough about understanding my expectations for the project, He offered advice and is very knowledgeable about how to do top quality work. After my reviewing other estimates my decision was to go with McAdams Excavating, Ken and Rowen arrived as promised and quickly began meticulous work. Material was excavated to provided a 3 inch depth of stone, landscape fabric was installed, finally the stone. The duo were meticulous in all facets of this project and it looks absolutely gorgeous! Do not hesitate to hire this company!!!"
Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Quantum Contracting, LLC
Quantum Contracting, LLC
4.3(
38
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Tyler and his crew from Quantum Contracting LLC to build a 10 x 12 pool deck and they did an awesome job. Hardworking, pleasant and professional. They cleaned up the area every night when they left and when the project was completed. Very skilled in their detail and carpentry work. We are so pleased with the end result and look forward to using it this summer. We would hire them again for any project and we highly recommend them. Paula and Stephen Russell"
Small Garden
Complete Landscape Renovation
Grade Work
Brick Pathway
Small Retaining Wall

+23

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
A + Landscaping and Maintenance, LLC
4.1(
22
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"promptly helped us out in a tough situation. all is well so far. seasn has been easy and professional to work with."
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

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