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Avatar for C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well from start to finish. No complaints. See below."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KNL CONSTRUCTOR LLC
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

*****Call Today for an Estimate @ 475-279-4864***** With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

Pavers
Pavers
Concrete Border
Concrete Border
Bluestone

+2

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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CA Landscaping and Masonry
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Yes! The job was quick, clean and very nicely completed. They arrived on time, finished when they expected and really did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them to my friends and others."
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Donaldson Property Management LLC
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great! They were prompt, very courteous, and good communicators."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Sosa Landscaping
4.7(
13
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional and efficient! Wasted no time and got to work and did exactly what I wanted, couldn’t be any happier"
Construction
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Villa and Sons Construction, Inc.
4.1(
85
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They paved my huge driveway in only two days and the outcome is excellent. Franklin arrived with a whole team of men and they worked very hard and did a quality job. I can totally recommend Villa and Sons and I will hire them again for another job in the spring."
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving

+140

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter of Poughkeepsie
4.6(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was OUTSTANDING! He was a pro and extremely personable. He is highly recommended."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Precisiontek Construction
3.7(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank and his crew were great and quick in completing my project. If you are in the Hudson River Valley area, I strongly recommend their services!"
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation

+5

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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M.L. Plumbing
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Beyond impressed with the courtesy and knowledge of Mattia. He took care and attention to the details and walked me through the process. If I could give more stars than 5 I absolutely would."
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Northern Acres Landscaping
4.6(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very professional. Courteous and knowledgeable. He was on time. Did a fantastic job. The gardens look beautiful. Thank you for your hard work."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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