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S.J. EXCAVATION
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Serving Central Square, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I needed to have a substantial amount of dirt moved from the addition that i had started on my house. The original excavator who did the job was not able to come out for some time. I didnt want the dirt to sit any longer as it was impeding other jobs from continuing. Josh was able to come out the same week i was looking for estimates and remove all that dirt. He cleared out the area with precision and i was able to see my yard once again. Would definitely do business with SJ Excavation again!"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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The Earthworks Group LLC
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Serving Central Square, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a great experience with Earthworks! They were super professional, on time and neat, and they kept everything within my budget. The work was top-notch and they did an overall excellent job. I highly recommend them."
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Brancato Stump Grinding
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Serving Central Square, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"Rapid response to my request for a large stump removal on my property. Took less than a half hour. Very efficient, professional and reasonably priced. I highly recommend this service!"
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Response time2 hrs
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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AJM LAND PROS LLC
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Serving Central Square, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Offers commercial services

"Showed up very professional, got the job done in a timely fashion and checked up through the process of the job to make sure it was getting done the way I wanted. Would highly reccommend to others looking for any prep work or landscaping needs"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NXTGEN Lawn & Landscape
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Serving Central Square, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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"This was a professional team to work with. They communicated the work plan and got the job completed as quickly as possible while maintaining quality and performance. I’m very happy with the results of our backyard project and will hire this team for future work. Nancy Krupka"
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Retaining wall
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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing
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Serving Central Square, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Hurst Wood Products LLC
New to Angi

Serving Central Square, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We manage the whole process, from the preliminary estimating to the final clean-up, with thorough attention to detail and open communication. I believe in working with people and keeping them informed every step of the way. Quality takes priority, either a job is done right or it's not worth doing at all. After all, this is a tailor- made service for you. \n

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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