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Avatar for A&M Excavating, LLC
A&M Excavating, LLC
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Serving Saddle Brook, NJ and surrounding areas

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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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Response time1 day
Response rate87%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Village Landscaping and Contracting
4.9(
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Serving Saddle Brook, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Lilco Construction Inc
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Serving Saddle Brook, NJ and surrounding areas

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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."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EFB Paving and Masonry
5.0(
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Serving Saddle Brook, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently had our backyard project completed, including land leveling, a retaining wall, and repairing pavers that had settled during the dirt hauling process. We are very happy with the final result. The contractor completed the work within the agreed timeline and delivered everything as discussed in the project scope. His pricing was reasonable, communication was excellent, and he paid close attention to detail. Any issues that came up during the project were addressed promptly and professionally. The before-and-after photos speak for themselves—the transformation is outstanding. If you’re looking for someone who provides quality workmanship, fair pricing, and delivers what they promise, I highly recommend him. I would confidently refer him to my family and friends."
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M&L General Contractor
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Serving Saddle Brook, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Stopped by almost immediately and Got a fair quote and was the cheapest. 2 other contractors never even showed up and one just looked at google maps to give me an estimate. It wasn’t a big job (2 car driveway), but when I was ready for the work, they showed up the next day as agreed to do the demolition and compacted stone/ gravel. They called and asked me on what day would be best for the paving and I told them asap or Thursday. They showed up first thing on Thursday and finished the job in about 2-3 hours. They then cleaned up everything and the driveway looks great! They did a fantastic job at a great and fair price! Very respectful of neighbors and my property! I would definitely use them again and I highly recommend them!!"
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+14

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M.L. Plumbing
5.0(
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Serving Saddle Brook, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly and easy to work with. Would recommend this service to others and request it again myself. The work is professional and what is being done is communicated very clearly so you know what to expect."
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Mikula Contracting, Inc.
3.1(
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Serving Saddle Brook, 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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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Visionary Construction Masonry, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saddle Brook, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

Visionary Construction LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Conti Landscape Design
5.0(
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Serving Saddle Brook, NJ and surrounding areas

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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

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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 time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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