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EMC Property and Excavation
4.6(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clayton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project.\nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
KSJ Management LLC
4.6(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clayton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

KSJ Management LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the 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. Give us a call today!

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clayton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area.\n\nWe've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing.\n\nBeing a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!\n\n

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G&G Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clayton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

G&G Excavation – Built on Precision. Backed by Reliability.\n\nAt G&G Excavation, we take pride in delivering high-quality excavation services that set the foundation for lasting results. Based in Northern New York, we serve residential and commercial clients within a 50-mile radius with dependable, efficient, and affordable solutions.\n\nFrom site preparation and foundations to driveways, septic systems, drainage solutions, trenching, and land clearing, no job is too big or small. We bring the right equipment, experience, and attention to detail to every project—ensuring the job is done right the first time.\n\nOur commitment is simple: honest work, fair pricing, and results you can trust. When you choose G&G Excavation, you’re choosing a team that values your time, your property, and your investment.\n\nCall or text today to get your project started.\n

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Precision Grading
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clayton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Precision grading,is a premier site-preparation contractor serving the north country region. We provide a comprehensive suite of earthmoving services designed to take your project from raw land to a construction-ready pad. We also specialize in land clearing and tree removal,landscaping and lawn maintenance \n\nOur Core Services Include:\n\nPrecision Grading: Ensuring optimal drainage and stable foundations.\n\nExcavation: Specialized digging for basements, footings, and utilities.\n\nLand Clearing: Professional removal of brush, trees, and debris.\n\nTrenching: Secure installation prep for water, sewer, and electrical lines.\n\nEquipped with a modern fleet and a crew of seasoned operators, we pride ourselves on solving complex site challenges while maintaining the highest safety standards in the industry.

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+10

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Horton's Services, Inc.
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clayton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Response time1 day
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High Tech Construction Co
4.3(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clayton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

For years High Tech Construction Co. has been servicing its customers with efficiency, integrity, and Professionalism. Specializing in brownstone exterior restoration we strive to preserve historic brownstones from deterioration. Located in Brooklyn NY. Take tour of our website and gain insight into the core values and philosophies at High Tech Construction Co.

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brownstone stoop and facade restoration

+20

Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

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