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Avatar for Minimally Invasive Tree Removal
Minimally Invasive Tree Removal
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Will and his crew did a great job removing large trees and stump grinding and at a super price. These guys are quick, courteous, and professional. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again. Give them a call, you’ll be glad you did."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Upstate Excavation Pros LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dain at Upstate Excavation Pros is awesome. Very easy to talk to, quick and professional estimate and work. Definitely going to hire again for all needs"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Lawrence Davis Contracting Inc
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Lawrence was an excellent contractor, he contacted and coordinated with the gas company and with Galloway co-op. He checked in regularly with me and even tried to get a temporary tank when it was discovered that my propane levels would not last until the delivery date. He wasted no time and came early to start excavation a day before delivery and that a great job burying and leveling the Earth after the tank was installed. Very professional, would recommend."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Capri Precision Landscaping
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall extremely professional, the work itself was great, was above expectations, not only did above and beyond, he did a few things that were not on the list, without additional charge."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Spence's Tree Care
4.2(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They removed two gigantic trees at my house in Saugerties and another tree at my farm at Greenville NY. It’s very easy to deal with them and they charge very reasonable price. I would strongly recommend them."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Morgan Construction Services LLC
4.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Got a new driveway put in, turned out amazing!! Quality work and great people!"
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AJM LAND PROS LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This business is built on customer service and getting the job done right, very pleased with the work that was done which included a few stumps removed and brush clearing and grading for a driveway. I would recommend this business to anyone who wants the job done right in a timely manner. 10/10 experience."
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Green With Envy Construction Services
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Hi Joe! Excellent job. Very professional, courteous, always on time. The same goes for your crew of workers. I would recommend you and your crew to anyone needing to have work on their home. GREAT JOB!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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