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AJM LAND PROS LLC
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Serving Inlet, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This business is built on customer service and getting the job done right, very pleased with the work that was done which included a few stumps removed and brush clearing and grading for a driveway. I would recommend this business to anyone who wants the job done right in a timely manner. 10/10 experience."
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Knickerbocker enterprises
New to Angi

Serving Inlet, NY and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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Self employed since 2007. excavation and land clearing. dumpster rental and clean outs. boulder retaining walls and hardscaping. underground electrical services. willing to deliver small and large quantities of sand, gravel and topsoil.

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Horton's Services, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Inlet, 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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Hometown Landscaping & Excavating
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Serving Inlet, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There are quite a few landscaping/tree services in the area but we decided to go with Hometown. Their quote was much lower than some of the others. We had some trees cleared, stumps removed, and fill brought in. We were very happy with the work they did. I was expecting a mess to clean up after with ruts to fill and brush to pick up but I didn’t have to do a thing. Hometown pays attention to detail and I will hire again in the future!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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.

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.

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