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G&T Contracting Solutions Inc
5.0(
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a good job. Very personable. Did an excellent job of cleaning up when finished."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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TCP Contracting
4.2(
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

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"Had them install a metal roof on a large garage. They did a good job, and communicated well with me during the process."
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Custom Excavating
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Building Site Preparation, Excavation and Major Grading services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time1 day
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Summit Concrete & Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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At Summit, we want to exceed expectations. Our team runs on dedication, passion, and integrity. Through the process, staying honest with clear communication, keeping all parties at ease. Providing many options for achieving your vision allows for a feasible project. With results that last and you can count on.

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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

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Cook Specialty Contracting
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Mason is an honest, hardworking young man. He had work done the same day he gave me an estimate and the price was very reasonable."
Response time2 days
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Terra Firma Services
5.0(
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his guys have began the tear out level and install today. Very professional. I’ll follow up upon completion."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
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Fierle Underground, LLC
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"The guys have the greatest equipment to get the job done. Easy to work with. Excellent preparation and execution of job. Knowledge of workmanship is excellent. They are nice guys."
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Water Overflow

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Response time2 days
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L&M EXCAVATION AND SNOWPLOWING LLC
5.0(
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Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Credit card accepted

"We had a concrete sidewalk, back patio and driveway pad prepped and poured to replace our flagstone areas. L&M Excavation did an expert job throughout the hot long workdays. There were plenty of obstacles to navigate with large equipment and loads of materials but everything was put back in order by the end of the job. Definitely would recommend this crew for your concrete projects."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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