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Shernce Services

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Shernce Services

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a fully insured excavating, landscaping and demolition contractor looking to serve all your needs.

We are a fully insured excavating, landscaping and demolition contractor looking to serve all your needs.

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Enviro-Tech Services, Inc

5.00(
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Enviro-Tech Services, Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

EnviroTech Services, Inc (ETS) is the answer to any environmental issues you may be faced with. For over 25 years ETS has provided affordable and efficient solutions for our clients concerns. We specialize in residential heating oil tank removal, discharges and insurance recovery. In addition we can installation of residential septic tanks and excavation services. If you have an existing issue relating to an oil tank discharge and are having difficulties with your homeowner carrier or obtaining a NJDEP/NJEDA Grant, look no further. With over 25 years of insurance carrier oversight and cost recovery experience, we lead the field at assisting homeowners ensure that they are to recover any funds that are available to them, even if your carrier says no. Our septic tank installation services, are performed cost effectively, efficiently and above all else CLEAN. We treat every project as if it were our own back yard and leave your property looking clean, neat and restored.

"Very professional staff and maintained site of digging back to normal with seeding. Cleaned up everything they did."

Timothy C on December 2018

EnviroTech Services, Inc (ETS) is the answer to any environmental issues you may be faced with. For over 25 years ETS has provided affordable and efficient solutions for our clients concerns. We specialize in residential heating oil tank removal, discharges and insurance recovery. In addition we can installation of residential septic tanks and excavation services. If you have an existing issue relating to an oil tank discharge and are having difficulties with your homeowner carrier or obtaining a NJDEP/NJEDA Grant, look no further. With over 25 years of insurance carrier oversight and cost recovery experience, we lead the field at assisting homeowners ensure that they are to recover any funds that are available to them, even if your carrier says no. Our septic tank installation services, are performed cost effectively, efficiently and above all else CLEAN. We treat every project as if it were our own back yard and leave your property looking clean, neat and restored.

"Very professional staff and maintained site of digging back to normal with seeding. Cleaned up everything they did."

Timothy C on December 2018

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Andres General Construccion

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Andres General Construccion

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 4 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"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."

Arnold M on December 2022

With 4 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"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."

Arnold M on December 2022

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Sterling Environmental Services, LLC

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Sterling Environmental Services, LLC

4.74(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
148 local quotes requested

It's true: A fuel tank will eventually corrode and leak. If you encounter a tank that is more than 15 years old, there is a good chance that substantial corrosion has taken place. Trust that Sterling will remove your tank with the utmost care for your property and will create a safe environment for your family. Call Sterling Environmental Services today!

"Sterlington Environmental removed my "ready to leak" 60 year old in-basement oil tank and replaced it with a clean, modern Roth tank in about half a day. This is an inherently messy job and they did it quickly and efficiently while paying attention to the rest of my home. The entrance to my basement is through the house and they laid down protective materials to protect my floors and were very careful not to damage anything or spill oil as they worked and moved materials, tools and supplies in and out of the basement. They also handled all the permitting and inspections. I hope to never have to do this again, but if I do, I will call Sterling to do the job. "

Richard H on October 2025

It's true: A fuel tank will eventually corrode and leak. If you encounter a tank that is more than 15 years old, there is a good chance that substantial corrosion has taken place. Trust that Sterling will remove your tank with the utmost care for your property and will create a safe environment for your family. Call Sterling Environmental Services today!

"Sterlington Environmental removed my "ready to leak" 60 year old in-basement oil tank and replaced it with a clean, modern Roth tank in about half a day. This is an inherently messy job and they did it quickly and efficiently while paying attention to the rest of my home. The entrance to my basement is through the house and they laid down protective materials to protect my floors and were very careful not to damage anything or spill oil as they worked and moved materials, tools and supplies in and out of the basement. They also handled all the permitting and inspections. I hope to never have to do this again, but if I do, I will call Sterling to do the job. "

Richard H on October 2025

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Tito & Son Construction, LLC

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Tito & Son Construction, LLC

4.94(
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Customers say: True professional
28 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

With over 40 years experience in the construction industry, Tito & Son Construction is your industry expert in New Jersey and New York. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Did an unbelievable job on my backyard shed . It was falling apart now it looks brand! Very reliable hard working and polite. Would definitely refer them ! "

Marianne G on September 2025

With over 40 years experience in the construction industry, Tito & Son Construction is your industry expert in New Jersey and New York. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Did an unbelievable job on my backyard shed . It was falling apart now it looks brand! Very reliable hard working and polite. Would definitely refer them ! "

Marianne G on September 2025

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Environmental Management Associates, Inc.

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Environmental Management Associates, Inc.

4.68(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

Environmental Management Associates, Inc., is a full service environmental consultant and contractor. We specialize in residential and commercial services including oil tank removal and remediation. In addition we are well versed in mold assessment testing and mitigation. In business since 1994, EMA, Inc., operates with a pedigree of professionalism to satisfy their customers.

"EMA is definitely a very good and reliable company. Just had oil tank removed and although there were unexpected additional charges because of a small hole in tank, Mike was very nice and explained everything. Just wished DEP was not so strict because they cost us an additional $1900 even without any contamination. I picked this company because it had very good reviews not just for their professional service but they are a lot lower than all the other companies I looked into. Our first estimate was $1,400 more than EMA!! I called several companies and I am so glad I went with them."

Myrsa M on March 2022

Environmental Management Associates, Inc., is a full service environmental consultant and contractor. We specialize in residential and commercial services including oil tank removal and remediation. In addition we are well versed in mold assessment testing and mitigation. In business since 1994, EMA, Inc., operates with a pedigree of professionalism to satisfy their customers.

"EMA is definitely a very good and reliable company. Just had oil tank removed and although there were unexpected additional charges because of a small hole in tank, Mike was very nice and explained everything. Just wished DEP was not so strict because they cost us an additional $1900 even without any contamination. I picked this company because it had very good reviews not just for their professional service but they are a lot lower than all the other companies I looked into. Our first estimate was $1,400 more than EMA!! I called several companies and I am so glad I went with them."

Myrsa M on March 2022

BGM Construction LLC

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BGM Construction LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Excavating, Water and Sewer Installation Demolition, Grading,Drainage, Trucking Fill Topsoil Stone

"It went very well without any problems. Scott was easy to work with and very responsive. I would highly recommend BGM Construction."

Bob T on May 2024

Excavating, Water and Sewer Installation Demolition, Grading,Drainage, Trucking Fill Topsoil Stone

"It went very well without any problems. Scott was easy to work with and very responsive. I would highly recommend BGM Construction."

Bob T on May 2024

A&AC Landscaping

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A&AC Landscaping

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Free onsite estimate

A&AC Landscaping is a locally and family owned full phase landscaping, excavation, and demolition company. We have over 40 years of combined experience in the realm of construction and deconstruction. Our utmost priority is always to best service our clients.

A&AC Landscaping is a locally and family owned full phase landscaping, excavation, and demolition company. We have over 40 years of combined experience in the realm of construction and deconstruction. Our utmost priority is always to best service our clients.

Hop Brook Construction

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Hop Brook Construction

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We specialize in all phases of demolition and construction. From full structure take downs to removing a bathroom sink. We specialize in all phases of construction. From foundations to roofing. We do it all. land clearing and site prep. Trucking in and out of any and all material. All interior renovations. Roofing siding Pavers Concrete Excavation and drainage

We specialize in all phases of demolition and construction. From full structure take downs to removing a bathroom sink. We specialize in all phases of construction. From foundations to roofing. We do it all. land clearing and site prep. Trucking in and out of any and all material. All interior renovations. Roofing siding Pavers Concrete Excavation and drainage

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

This depends on your location. Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep. People in colder climates will have deeper sewer lines than people in warmer climates due to the dangers of the frost line and freezing pipes. Permits are required for all aspects of septic system installation, so the city should have the building plans for your system, which will tell you how deep your lines are.

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