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Avatar for Andres General Construccion
Andres General Construccion
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Kearny, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently bought a house in need of work, my wife and I thought it would be a great idea to do our own projects around the house. Soon enough , we realized we had no idea how to proceed with our outdoor space. He hired Andres general construction, they provided guidance and a great customer service. We are very pleased with the outcome. I will be definitely hiring them again for future projects. Thank you Andres!"
Driveway
Paint job
Paint job
Composed wood deck
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Tito & Son Construction, LLC
Tito & Son Construction, LLC
4.4(
41
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Kearny, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The rep, Niles, from this construction company is very friendly and very accommodating. He is also very attentive to details. I also ended up using this company for another home project that I have and will keep them in mind for other future projects. Friendly, dependable, and reliable."
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+42

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Blue Dragon Home Repair, LLC
Blue Dragon Home Repair, LLC
3.6(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Kearny, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very nervous in hiring Blue Dragon Home Repair since I was remodeling my master bathroom and It was going to be my first time working with them. Anthony was so helpful in providing me a detailed plan showcases the estimates, timelines and the work involved in getting my master bathroom remodeled. Him and his team were always on time. The worked fast and most importantly they were very detailed and clean each day they were working on my bathroom. I highly recommend Blue Dragon Home Repair. I so happy I with how beautiful my master bathroom came out. I will always use them for any of my future home remodeling projects! Thank you Anthony and your team for the great work!"
After work was completed
During the Replacement
Before the repair
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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