Top-rated excavation pros.

Best excavation pros near Kingston, NY

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Kingston, NY?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY KINGSTON, NY HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.2
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon32
    Verified excavation services reviews

Top-Rated Excavation pros in Kingston - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
4.8(
85
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired GMC to have my 4400 square foot house that we just purchased to be move in ready cleaned. Wow what a great job, the previous owner had dogs so they took care of EVERYTHING even extensive carpet cleaning. George is the gentleman who ran the show and I am forever grateful for the hard work he performed to meet my needs. Thanks again à °à  à «à ¡à °à  à ¤à  à °à  à  à  à °à  à  à ½"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Roe Jan Construction & Excavation
Roe Jan Construction & Excavation
5.0(
9
)
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We can't recommend Randy and the team at Roe Jan Construction enough. Randy was our general contractor and handled so much for our new home in Germantown: site work, excavation, a custom septic system, framing, and GC management. We broke ground in May and were move-in ready in October. Five months from raw land to finished home! Honestly, we were blown away by how beautiful the house turned out. It's better than we imagined. The driveway grading is excellent, and the custom septic was designed and installed to fit our site. What really stood out was how flexible and easy to work with Randy was. Communication was clear and responsive from start to finish, and he adapted when we made changes along the way. The speed, quality, and communication made the experience well worth it. If you're looking for a custom home builder, new construction contractor, or general contractor in Germantown, Columbia County, Greene County, or the Hudson Valley, Roe Jan Construction is a great call!"
Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for M.L. Plumbing
M.L. Plumbing
5.0(
4
)
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had a gas leak in my mechanical room next to my boiler and hot water heater and M.L plumbing came and tested the lines and found the leak and fixed the leaking pipe.Thanks M.L plumbing for job well done and at a very reasonable price👍."
Avatar for Frog Hollow Development
Frog Hollow Development
5.0(
3
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Kingston, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Frog Hollow Development offers all excavation services, from the foundation to the final grade. We provide unmatched customer service and outstanding quality. We serve Dutchess County, New York, and the surrounding area. We are fully insured. We take great pride in our experience and expertise stretching over three decades that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. From digging a foundation to installing a septic system, we are the ideal contractor to address your practical and exterior property improvement needs. \n

...
Showing 1-10 of 146
Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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.

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.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The Kingston, NY homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.