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Avatar for A&M Excavating, LLC
A&M Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"A&M Excavating did a great job on our project. The crew was organized, efficient, and kept us updated the whole time. The site was left clean and ready for the next phase."
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+3

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lilco Construction Inc
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had the opportunity to experience Lilco's work on several projects. These guys always had a professional attitude and took the time for all preparations and quality control. They did not leave a mess or unwarranted damages like so many fly-by-night contractors tend to do. They even magnet swept driveways for screws/nails whenever they finished loading out for the night. The owner is always up front about any costs, with no hidden charges to get the jobs done."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Village Landscaping and Contracting
4.9(
25
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had many quote regarding some drainage issue in my driveway. I got a quote from Chris and was very reasonable and he knew exactly what was talking about. I decided to go with his company and was very satisfied. Thank you"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Avatar for Red Van Plumbing & Heating
Red Van Plumbing & Heating
4.6(
64
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called in the mid morning and he was able to come and look at the heater within and hour and had it replaced that day. Price was comparable to what I expected. Great plumber, clean and efficient - very easy to work with!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Zaku Pro Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"My doors look unbelievable! Professional service and unbeatable prices. Highly recommend."
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Stone work
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+21

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M.L. Plumbing
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had a gas leak in my mechanical room next to my boiler and hot water heater and M.L plumbing came and tested the lines and found the leak and fixed the leaking pipe.Thanks M.L plumbing for job well done and at a very reasonable price👍."
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Mikula Contracting, Inc.
3.1(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a super experience!! Non stressful, helpful team. Highly skilled and completed the job with no difficulty whatsoever. I would highly recommend this company. Awesome !"
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+5

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KINOS & SONS PAVING & LANDSCAPE CORP
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A very good person good prices and excellent finished work I recommend them"
Oil tank removal
Pool demolotion
Dumpsters
Hauling
Hauling

+5

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Conti Landscape Design
5.0(
3
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The lights look amazing. Conti Landscaping did an excellent job, and I couldn't be happier with their exceptional service. They were not only punctual but also displayed a high level of professionalism throughout the entire process. What impressed me the most was their attentiveness to my preferences â they listened carefully and executed the job exactly as I envisioned. My holiday landscape looks stunning, thanks to their outstanding work. Highly recommend!"
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Response time1 day
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

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