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EMC Property and Excavation
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Serving Dexter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris is the best contractor we have ever worked with. He removed my fathers harbor and kept us informed on progress daily. You could not ask for a more honest businessman. What he thought would only take a few days turned into many days, he never complained and we know he absorbed some of the extra cost. He and his team are the Best in the business! I would never hesitate to hire him and his ethics were outstanding. He worked hard and God bless him he got the job done .I would recommend him highly. You won't be dissapointed."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing
5.0(
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Serving Dexter, 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
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Over the Top Unlimited, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Dexter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Over The Top Unlimited Inc. is a fully incorporated, licensed and insured excavation and proudly serving Parish, NY and the surrounding areas. Owned and operated by Michael Peters, the company brings over 20 years of hands-on industry experience to every residential and commercial project.\n\nWith a full fleet of heavy equipment and the expertise to handle projects of all sizes, Over The Top Unlimited Inc. specializes in excavation, septic system installation and replacement, foundations, basement and crawl space work, waterproofing, and encapsulation services. Whether preparing a site for new construction, replacing aging infrastructure, or solving drainage and foundation issues, Michael and his team deliver dependable workmanship built to last.\n\nFrom start to finish, clients can expect professionalism, efficiency, and quality results backed by decades of experience in the field.\n

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Horton's Services, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Dexter, NY and surrounding areas

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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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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 digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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