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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Galway - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for J L Pita Excavating
J L Pita Excavating
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Galway, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We started with the land clearing then transitioned to excavating the foundation. Perimeter drains were installed. After foundation was back filled,Joe Pita rough graded the lot. Joe also installed our septic system . All aspects of our job was done very professionally. We would definitely recommend Joe Pita for all your excavation needs. We were extremely pleased with all his work."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Dumpster Daddy, LLC
Dumpster Daddy, LLC
5.0(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Galway, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A tree fell on my car and Dumpster Daddy was out here within 2 hours and took away the down tree and cleanup ALL the debris afterwards. Cannot say enough GREAT things about this company. They were WONDERFUL. 10 stars"
Junk removal
Let us do the dirty work
Shed Removal
Shed Removal
10 yard dumpster

+7

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Falzo Landscaping
4.9(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Galway, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Very well. Mike and crew were prompt, diligent, and hard working. Mike communicated well before and during the job. We had a young tree planted and some clearing and planting of several bushes as a backyard border. Clean up and overall appearance are great. Can't wait till spring!"
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JJ Michaels Construction Services
JJ Michaels Construction Services
5.0(
13
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Galway, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was very prompt, he did what he said he would do and when he will do it! He cleaned up all the debris and his pricing was better than the other contractors I checked with! I referred him to two of my neighbors!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Lawrence Davis Contracting Inc
Lawrence Davis Contracting Inc
5.0(
3
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Galway, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Lawrence was an excellent contractor, he contacted and coordinated with the gas company and with Galloway co-op. He checked in regularly with me and even tried to get a temporary tank when it was discovered that my propane levels would not last until the delivery date. He wasted no time and came early to start excavation a day before delivery and that a great job burying and leveling the Earth after the tank was installed. Very professional, would recommend."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Gravity property solutions
Gravity property solutions
5.0(
6
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Galway, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Gravity Property Solutions LLC, we make property maintenance simple, convenient, and dependable for homeowners and businesses\. We provide professional landscaping, lawn care, leaf removal, snow plowing, junk removal, and general property maintenance services designed to keep your property clean, safe, and looking its best\.\n\nYou can count on us for reliable service, clear communication, attention to detail, and quality results\. Whether you need seasonal cleanup, unwanted items removed, snow cleared, or ongoing property maintenance, we handle the work efficiently so you can save time and enjoy peace of mind\.\n\nWe proudly serve our local community and surrounding areas with a commitment to convenience, fair pricing, and customer satisfaction\. Our goal is to make every service experience easy and stress\-free while delivering results you can rely on\.\n\n**Contact us today for a quote\!**

Lawn mowing
Lawn mowing
Lawn mowing
Tree removal
Tree removal

+21

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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 don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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