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Elegant Lawn & Garden
4.7(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Lockport, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a shed foundation for me and the work was oupstanding. Very neat and professional. It required a great deal of accuracy and it was perfect the contractor who put the shed on the foundation said it was absolutely perfect and I agree. I would absolutely hire them for any job."
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Pollenation Garden
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
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Smart N Sons Outdoor Construction LLC
4.9(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lockport, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom was fantastic and recommend him with no hesitation. He transformed our yards into a paradise. Everyone that has seen his work at our home loves it. He kept the price reasonable and gave us good quality work and looked for deals. He trust has an eye for his job and loves what he is doing."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bravestone construction
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lockport, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Bravestone Construction, we provide reliable, high-quality construction and maintenance services for both residential and commercial clients. Our team is built on integrity, skilled craftsmanship, and a commitment to getting every job done right.\n\nFrom home improvements to commercial projects, we focus on efficiency, clear communication, and lasting results—no matter the size of the job.\n\nConsistency in service. Confidence in every result.\n

Blackline Equipment Rental & Sales, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lockport, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are 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.

Response time2 days
Amp lawn care service
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lockport, NY and surrounding areas

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Amp lawn care service is a full-service landscaping and excavation company dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces with precision, quality, and care. We specialize in everything from site preparation and grading to custom landscape design, hardscaping, drainage solutions, and property maintenance. With a strong focus on reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction, our experienced team uses modern equipment and expert techniques to ensure every project—big or small—is completed on time and built to last. Whether you’re improving your home’s curb appeal or preparing land for new construction, we bring the skill and attention to detail your project deserves.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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.

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