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Last update on February 10, 2026
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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Emergency services offered
"David from ADR helped me find a company that does GPR before I spent money with ADR. He had integrity and honesty. I would definitely have used ADR had a tank needed to be excavated. It turned out that the GPR proved there was no tank. David was extremely helpful."
+5
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
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Warranties offered
"Lilco has done numerous jobs here to our Satisfaction. Owner is honest, knowledgeable about various home construction projects and easy to work with. Bring your own vision or let him help you bring a general goal/vision to life. He’s been able to help me troubleshoot with success."
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"We are first time home buyers and George did an excellent job showing us where plumbing and leaks may be an issue for the house that we are purchasing. We ended up finding a red flag with the sewer lines in the basement. We highly recommend first-time home buyers to do a sewer line inspection before buying as it can help save a big headache for the future!"
+8
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
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!!"
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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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 ¤"
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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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…"
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"Thank you so much zaku pro contractors!"
+21
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
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"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👍."
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Utilize for snow removal. HIGHLY recommend to all. Prompt, thorough and exceedingly reasonable cost."
+36
Serving Wanaque, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They actually maintain our Lawn on a regular basis, but they accommodate my needs, they don't require me to sign a regularly scheduled service. They come when I need them. They also do my Annual Clean ups for Spring and Fall. I would give them a 6 on the Value. I have recommended them to several Friends, Colleagues, and family members."
Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.
The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities.
When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.
The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type.
When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.
Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.
While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs.
In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
If you’re building a new home, you might need to consider the cost of digging out a basement. Use this pricing guide to get an estimate for the project.
If you need to dig a trench, you might be tempted to do it yourself instead of hiring a pro. So, how much does it cost to rent a trencher? Let’s break it down.
Excavation costs $1,500 to $6,300 for most residential projects—but it depends on factors like the size of the area. This guide will help you plan a budget.
Trenching involves digging long, deep channels, but edging creates shallow, neat borders. Learn more about each method and when to use them.
Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s longer than it is wide. Here’s what you need to know about trenching—including doing it safely.
When digging for utility installation, you may wonder if gas and electric can be in the same trench. Find out the basics to utility trenches in this guide.
