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Avatar for Long Hill Contracting, LLC
Long Hill Contracting, LLC
4.9(
28
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Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I meet with 5 excavators about clearing brush and putting a wood fence on my horse property. I have a nationally know show stable with Olympic caliber horses. The fields and fences have to be safe and beautiful. Ours were not , but Dave came in gave us ther reasonable and for us affordable estimate and had a real sense of quiet confidence as to how long the job would take, the smartest way to do the job and what the finished project would look like."
Excavation of contaminated soil
Loading truck for disposal of contaminated soil
Backfilling excavation with certified clean
Placement of clean material
Remediation complete

+45

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Andres General Construccion
5.0(
9
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Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Tito & Son Construction, LLC
4.4(
41
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Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tito and som did an amazing job! They replaced our fence with a new 6 ft vinyl fence and rebuilt my deck with trex decking. Wow! It looks gorgeous !! We are so happy and love our new private backyard! Nayol is awesome to work with. We were in constant communication throughout the entire project. We will definitely be hiring Tito and son for future projects! Thank you!!"
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+42

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for C3 Soil & Aggregate
C3 Soil & Aggregate
5.0(
8
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Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C3 was not the lowest cost, but they were the best. Josh and his team were punctual, worked all day, needed no supervision and did high-quality work. Josh provided some options for a better appearance and was fair in extra costs coming from excavating the slope. We are very happy with the wall and steps and even yard for summer entertaining. I recommend C3 and Josh for any hardscaping work."
Rosetta Wall Complete
Rosetta Wall Install
Before
During
Unexpected boulders

+91

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Sterling Environmental Services, LLC
4.7(
111
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Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience!! FIVE STARS ALL AROUND! Sterling Environmental Services removed two 275 gallonn fuel oil tanks from our home in Randolph, NJ, in accordance with EPA, NJDEP, and local regulations and recommended procedures. Nick was very diligient with permits. Sterling coordinated the permits with the township The tanks were properly cleaned and removed. Tanks were cut up and left for the inspector. Inspector approved and they removed the pieces immeadiatly. Completely seamless from a customer perspective. THANK YOU very much Sterling Environmental!!"
Response time2 days
75 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 Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sal and his polite crew did an excellent professional job excavating our 500gal LP tank and even returned to dump extra load of crushed stone into hole Free Of Charge and regrading top soil and lawn so we didn't have to worry about water collection attracting insects or us falling due to fact our rocky soil required 2 full loads of crushed rocks to make it level. We highly recommend Alternative Petroleum Services and personally refer straight talking Sal, Maria and their construction crew to neighbors and anyone considering excavation or other services they provide. You will be happy, just like us, as finding reliable polite contractors is not easy as we know well after having hundreds come to do work on our home and yard since we had house built in 1998. If you value polite and thorough contractors then Sal and his team are the way to go! ð ð Best - John & Esty Muench ð ð ð ¤"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A. Sacchitelli Services LLC
A. Sacchitelli Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Anthony to dig a stump out of my front yard. He did an amazing job and dug the whole stump out and disposed of it. Great pricing and very professional. Highly recommend hiring A. Sacchitelli Services!"
Patio and Walkway
Patio and Walkway
Patio and Walkway
Foundation
Foundation

+20

Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pascale Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.6(
118
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Serving Plainfield, 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
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

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.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

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