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Avatar for Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
641 Grooms Road
4.52(
166
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Approved Pro
Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
641 Grooms Road
4.52(
166
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
19 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Rooter-Man of the Capital District has won Angie's List Super Service Award the last eight of the last nine years (2019,2017,2016,2015,2014,2013,2012,2011). That can only happen when you take customer service and technical expertise very seriously, like we do. If you need a sewer line snaked, a new faucet installed, a new water heater and most any other plumbing job tackled give us a call. We would be honored to provide you with the same high level of service that we have built a reputation for displaying. For friendly and professional plumbing service you can trust, call us at Rooter Man Plumbing and Drain. Call us today at 518-925-5490 to make an appointment.

"Tim was very professional, he works very efficiently, very sociable and quoted me a very reasonably price, he was very clean, very conscious on cleaning up every mess on the process and was very very professional."

Rebecca S on January 2023

Rooter-Man of the Capital District has won Angie's List Super Service Award the last eight of the last nine years (2019,2017,2016,2015,2014,2013,2012,2011). That can only happen when you take customer service and technical expertise very seriously, like we do. If you need a sewer line snaked, a new faucet installed, a new water heater and most any other plumbing job tackled give us a call. We would be honored to provide you with the same high level of service that we have built a reputation for displaying. For friendly and professional plumbing service you can trust, call us at Rooter Man Plumbing and Drain. Call us today at 518-925-5490 to make an appointment.

"Tim was very professional, he works very efficiently, very sociable and quoted me a very reasonably price, he was very clean, very conscious on cleaning up every mess on the process and was very very professional."

Rebecca S on January 2023


Peachey Excavating, LLC
496 Conway Rd
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Approved Pro
Peachey Excavating, LLC
496 Conway Rd
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Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are 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. 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.in excavating.

We are 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. 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.in excavating.


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SS Excavation
587 Chestnut St
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
SS Excavation
587 Chestnut St
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SS Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 8 years of experience serving Schoharie county, NY and surrounding areas. We offer all types of excavation,grading work, brush and land clearing. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

SS Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 8 years of experience serving Schoharie county, NY and surrounding areas. We offer all types of excavation,grading work, brush and land clearing. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!


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Spence's Tree Care
1331 Route 41
4.62(
21
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Approved Pro
Spence's Tree Care
1331 Route 41
4.62(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
54 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"What a great team! Very professional and respectful of my property. Came out in the cold to help us with some trees! Price is perfect, having them come back out for more trees! "

emilie c on February 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"What a great team! Very professional and respectful of my property. Came out in the cold to help us with some trees! Price is perfect, having them come back out for more trees! "

emilie c on February 2025


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Mack Tree Service
44 Mansion Blvd Unit B
4.88(
12
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Approved Pro
Mack Tree Service
44 Mansion Blvd Unit B
4.88(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our client’s concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!

"I failed to notice that the half of the tree that had not fallen onto my roof was very vulnerable to being blown down, possibly on my house, until the afternoon of the day they began work. They agreed to take that tree down as well, offering to do it the same day. They worked until 9 pm and completed all requested work."

Don S on September 2023

Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our client’s concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!

"I failed to notice that the half of the tree that had not fallen onto my roof was very vulnerable to being blown down, possibly on my house, until the afternoon of the day they began work. They agreed to take that tree down as well, offering to do it the same day. They worked until 9 pm and completed all requested work."

Don S on September 2023


Flower Excavating
223 Curry Bush Road
4.77(
11
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Approved Pro
Flower Excavating
223 Curry Bush Road
4.77(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

Raymond has been in business for over 40 years. His commitment to excellence places his company way ahead of the competition. His service levels and professionalism are unmatched. For the best of the best, contact Flower Excavating.

"Working with Flowers Excavating was pleasant and efficient. I would hire them again"

Frank L on July 2020

Raymond has been in business for over 40 years. His commitment to excellence places his company way ahead of the competition. His service levels and professionalism are unmatched. For the best of the best, contact Flower Excavating.

"Working with Flowers Excavating was pleasant and efficient. I would hire them again"

Frank L on July 2020


SGS Development
149 Little Lake View Ln
5.00(
3
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SGS Development
149 Little Lake View Ln
5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a veteran and family owned company specializing in general contracting capable of just about any type of project. Our work is exquisite from bulk to finish with safety and quality second to none!

"Shane installed a 900' driveway for me. He did a fantastic job and was a gentleman throughout the process. SCS is a great resource for anybody who needs a high quality job for a fair price. I would have given him more than five stars if I could have."

Dominick M on May 2025

We are a veteran and family owned company specializing in general contracting capable of just about any type of project. Our work is exquisite from bulk to finish with safety and quality second to none!

"Shane installed a 900' driveway for me. He did a fantastic job and was a gentleman throughout the process. SCS is a great resource for anybody who needs a high quality job for a fair price. I would have given him more than five stars if I could have."

Dominick M on May 2025


J.case masonry
No reviews
J.case masonry
No reviews

Anything form foundation repair concrete or block new concrete and block foundation brick repair stone repair concrete slabs stamped concrete concrete countertops landscape stone also do general construction metal roofs pole barns additions and home repairs

Anything form foundation repair concrete or block new concrete and block foundation brick repair stone repair concrete slabs stamped concrete concrete countertops landscape stone also do general construction metal roofs pole barns additions and home repairs


Barnes Property Services LLC
11 Egmont Ct
4.20(
5
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Barnes Property Services LLC
11 Egmont Ct
4.20(
5
)
4 years of experience

Property Services company located in Delmar, NY. Services include Hardscaping, landscaping, fencing, and Snow removal. Serves both commercial and residential properties.

"Justin and his team did a great job on our patio. Ver responsive and prompt."

Mark P on July 2022

Property Services company located in Delmar, NY. Services include Hardscaping, landscaping, fencing, and Snow removal. Serves both commercial and residential properties.

"Justin and his team did a great job on our patio. Ver responsive and prompt."

Mark P on July 2022


Northern Landscape & Excavation
New York 150
5.00(
2
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Northern Landscape & Excavation
New York 150
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Northern Landscape & Excavation is a family owned business operating out of Schodack NY. Serving our customers with top tier satisfaction in Landscape, Construction, Pool Removals, Excavation, Drainage, Grading, Site Work, Stump Removal and much more! We are invested in each of our clients and we constantly strive to bring the best customer service in town. Don't hesitate to reach out for a free estimate today! We look forward to working with you on your next project.

"Cole did a great job extending our backyard so we have more useable space. He was able to get the job done quickly and his communication was excellent! He came over a second time, without hesitation, to answer my questions before the job started and he checked in throughout the project to make sure we were happy with the work. Would absolutely recommend him!"

Juli K on June 2022

Northern Landscape & Excavation is a family owned business operating out of Schodack NY. Serving our customers with top tier satisfaction in Landscape, Construction, Pool Removals, Excavation, Drainage, Grading, Site Work, Stump Removal and much more! We are invested in each of our clients and we constantly strive to bring the best customer service in town. Don't hesitate to reach out for a free estimate today! We look forward to working with you on your next project.

"Cole did a great job extending our backyard so we have more useable space. He was able to get the job done quickly and his communication was excellent! He came over a second time, without hesitation, to answer my questions before the job started and he checked in throughout the project to make sure we were happy with the work. Would absolutely recommend him!"

Juli K on June 2022

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Excavation services FAQs

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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