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L J & A Construction Corporation
4.6(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

L J & A Construction Corporation is your neighborhood source for a new home build or remodeling project. Knowing how important being local is, you can have confidence that your project will be done with the experience and caring of someone who is part of the neighborhood. With over 20 years of combined experience in the new home build industry you can be assured your project will be done right and exceed your expectations. Give us a call ( 917-517-3840 ) and see why we are the only choice for you., check us on bbb website , better business bureau , also on google ; lic # 1426760 new York ; lic # H18H5460000 Nassau county ; lic # 12012 long beach ; LJ&A is a general contractor and construction superintendent : we are GAF CERTIFIED roofing contractor lifetime warranty 50 year on new roof ; we are EPA lead paint certification ; we are a financing company with GREENSKY

 Modern Kitchen
 Master Bath
 Master Bathroom W. Standup Shower
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+62

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clean Collection, Inc.
4.8(
40
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take pride in our quality of work and customer satisfaction. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. We haul it all, and are fully equipped to haul anything. Give Clean Collection Inc. a call today to learn more about how we can help you. Sign up for our NEW EMAIL LIST BY USING THIS LINK http://eepurl.com/hB96j1

Queens Backyard
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Our Team
Water damaged room
Water damaged room

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
4.8(
270
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a job I'd been putting off for a few months but figured I better get it done before the winter. I picked Priority based on other reviews that I read. John (Owner) came when promised to provide an estimate and was nice enough to tell me that there was a 10% discount coupon on Angie's list. They arrived on time to do the work. John, Paul and Mike were professional and courteous.
When the work started, John discovered that there was another pipe in old block cesspool. He had his men locate where the pipe led to and discovered an overflow block cesspool. John filled that one in also and only charged me for the pumping fee. It is a messy job because of the large excavating machine used but they took care to restore and level the yard as best they could.  I would use them again for any future work.

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Bonhomme Plumbing and Home Renovations
4.9(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Bonhomme Plumbing and Home Renovations 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. 25 years of 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.

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greenovative Home Improvement
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Greenovative, we pride ourselves in how much can we do for our customers. Among our ranks are skilled and licensed tradesmen who have worked in various types of projects, and each having over 10 to 30 years of experience. This gives us ability to look for innovative ways to reduce the cost of our service and speed up the pace for completion of the projects we take on. Try us out, as we are not in this business to disappoint. Financing is available if needed.\n

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Rapid Fire Flood Restoration LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Junk in my Trunk
4.8(
90
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Elmont, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Same-Day Junk Removal Services 877-789-junk (5865)\n2012,2013,2014 Super Service Award Winner - Our reputation speaks for itself !!! \nDedicated to be more than average, customer satisfaction is our priority!!!\nWe use the biggest trucks in our industry 20 cubic yards and still charge same or less then other companies.\nYou only pay for how much of the truck gets filled.\n\n \n\n$$$ WE WILL BEAT ANY PRICE! $$$\n\nYour Junk in Our Trunk is a fully insured residential and commercial junk removal service, serving Long Island and the surrounding areas. Your Junk in Our Trunk has more than 10 years of experience, and we handle everything from the lifting and loading to a general cleanup. We recycle and donate to charity! Call today to schedule a junk removal appointment.We also are your local dumpster rental company and we offer demolition service as well. 5 star rating, great standing at BBB and over all customer satisfaction is what makes us work even harder to make a difference in our industry.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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