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Avatar for A&M Excavating, LLC
A&M Excavating, LLC
4.9(
19
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"AM Excavating... Did What They Say And More ....For A Fair Price. Very Hard Working Honest Good Guys .....On The Demolition Of My Large Shed . Very Clean And Careful Work Near My Neighbors Property Line . Work Was Done On Time ...Hiring Them Was A Blessing . Ken ...6 /3 /21"
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+3

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Village Landscaping and Contracting
4.9(
25
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew worked tirelessly and did not leave project until all landscaping and water irrigation system was completed. Tptal new look for house and best landscaping on block. Worked closely with Chris on tree shrub and perrenial selections who listened to my concerns and my vision for the property."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Andres General Construccion
5.0(
9
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jonathan, Ernesto, and his Team did a great job renovating our stairs. As a first-time homebuyer, we wanted to renoâ our stairs and install metal railings. They acknowledged our concerns and answered our questions promptly. We love how our stairs and railings came out. 100% recommend these guys. I will contact them again for future projects."
Driveway
Line Stripping
Mold care
Remodel
Paint job

+7

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Olympic Mechanical
5.0(
126
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A simple drain pipe replacement under a bathroom floor turned into a replacement of three lengths of drain pipe. In addition, when the finish up work in the basement was done, the waste lines going into that pipe were reconfigured so the washing machine and utility sink now drain directly into the pipe. Which let us take out the sump pump. Then, the plan to fit a pvc shield around the sewer pipe to the town sewer turned into a major excavation of a trench through an eight foot bed of shale because the incoming water line is 1/4 inch from the outgoing sewer line. And had a hole in it so it had to be replaced after all. The crew did a great job, they were pleasant throughout and I would recommend them to anyone."
Hot Water Heater
Hot Water Boiler Replacement
Hot Water Boiler
Sewer Line Excavation
Gas Line Trench for Generator

+8

Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sterling Environmental Services, LLC
4.7(
111
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sterling worked with my wife and I to get an above ground oil tank removed which had been left from the previous owner. They were willing to work with us to find an appropriate time and were able to remove the tank with an inspection from the town within 4 hours. Kudos to Nick and the team at Sterling!"
Response time2 days
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Alternative Petroleum Services, LLC
4.7(
116
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found a surprise abandoned UST when excavating my front yard for a carport. After spending weeks online researching, reading horror stories, and becoming more panicked and confused I narrowed prospective candidates down to 4 companies and began the vetting process. I spoke with Shelley at Alternative Petroleum and immediately clicked with her. She answered all of my preliminary questions, clearing up some fact vs. fiction I had read online, and had a confidence in her manner was very reassuring. I didn't wait to get all estimates because I made my decision to go with Alternative Petroleum after our conversation. Was I ever right! Maria, Shelly, Dominique and Sal were very responsive in answering all of my questions and explaining the process in detail. They returned my calls right away and always exhibited patience and a bit of much-appreciated stress-relieving humor. Sal was on-site at 8am with his crew - all very professional, respectful, hard working guys - and they quickly got the tank pulled from my extremely tight space without damaging anything (retaining wall and paved walkway). My neighbors even commented on how clean and efficient they were. This is a family-owned business and you get the feeling they really like working together and enjoy what they do. Sal's phone never stopped ringing and I can see why. Each person involved with the business is extremely knowledgeable, honest, and professional. I had encountered so much conflicting information online and from the different companies I spoke with that I was braced for the process to be a nightmare. Thanks to Sal and Company I was wrong! I'm incredibly grateful I found them. I can recommend Alternative Petroleum without hesitation, they are THE BEST!!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sciacca General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"275 gal oil tank removed from yard, did what they said when they said.. Customer service was Top Notch.. & Price was fantastic…"
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Pascale Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Pascale Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.6(
118
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received a call as soon as I out in the request. The technician showed and looked the job gave me a quote which I accepted. They installed the gas line to the grill with out any issues. They were very efficient and got the job done. Very please overall with my experience. Will definitely consider them for future job."
Response time8 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Superior Tank and Energy Company, LLC
4.3(
80
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Superior to remove a tank that had oil in it. They removed the oil amd cleaned the tank thoroughly before they removed it there was not a drop of oil anywhere. My father noted that even the truck was clean and professional in appearance. These people (Superior) know their business I would definitely hire them again."
127 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Zaku Pro Construction, LLC
Zaku Pro Construction, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Nutley, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend ZakuPro to anyone looking for top-notch stone masonry work. Their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction is evident in every aspect of their work. Thank you for transforming the front of my house into a stunning masterpiece!"
Pool
Stone work
Pool Patio
House
House

+21

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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. 

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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