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*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Colonie, NY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

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Avatar for Minimally Invasive Tree Removal

Minimally Invasive Tree Removal

4.92(
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Minimally Invasive Tree Removal

4.92(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Minimally Invasive Construction, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with over 19 years of experience, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give Minimally Invasive Tree Removal a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"na"

Francisco H on March 2024

Minimally Invasive Construction, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with over 19 years of experience, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give Minimally Invasive Tree Removal a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"na"

Francisco H on March 2024

Woodside Construction & Excavation, LLC

5.00(
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Woodside Construction & Excavation, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Ryan is a very conscientious worker, he tends to do the job properly."

Jim B on April 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Ryan is a very conscientious worker, he tends to do the job properly."

Jim B on April 2023

Hitchcock Building and Ground Maintenance

4.83(
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Hitchcock Building and Ground Maintenance

4.83(
3
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

We at Hitchcock Building and Grounds Maintenance, we focus on quality projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Reputable, and if something goes wrong they come back and do the work."

Anthony on April 2018

We at Hitchcock Building and Grounds Maintenance, we focus on quality projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Reputable, and if something goes wrong they come back and do the work."

Anthony on April 2018

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Chameleon Property Services, LLC

4.67(
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Chameleon Property Services, LLC

4.67(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Chameleon Property Services specializes in lawn care for both Residential and Commercial customers. We understand a lawn isn't just grass, it's dreams and memories.

"Fair prices"

Amanda H on March 2025

Chameleon Property Services specializes in lawn care for both Residential and Commercial customers. We understand a lawn isn't just grass, it's dreams and memories.

"Fair prices"

Amanda H on March 2025

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Lawrence Davis Contracting Inc

5.00(
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Lawrence Davis Contracting Inc

5.00(
3
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent. Our view has returned."

Pete B on October 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent. Our view has returned."

Pete B on October 2025

Flower Excavating

4.77(
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Flower Excavating

4.77(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

Raymond has been in business for over 40 years. His commitment to excellence places his company way ahead of the competition. His service levels and professionalism are unmatched. For the best of the best, contact Flower Excavating.

"Working with Flowers Excavating was pleasant and efficient. I would hire them again"

Frank L on July 2020

Raymond has been in business for over 40 years. His commitment to excellence places his company way ahead of the competition. His service levels and professionalism are unmatched. For the best of the best, contact Flower Excavating.

"Working with Flowers Excavating was pleasant and efficient. I would hire them again"

Frank L on July 2020

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All Elements llc

5.00(
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All Elements llc

5.00(
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30 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

All Elements LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely professional, very efficient and conscientious about moving the furniture safely and carefully. Highly recommend!"

Diana M on November 2025

All Elements LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely professional, very efficient and conscientious about moving the furniture safely and carefully. Highly recommend!"

Diana M on November 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

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.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

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