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The Earthworks Group LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Madison, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a great experience with Earthworks! They were super professional, on time and neat, and they kept everything within my budget. The work was top-notch and they did an overall excellent job. I highly recommend them."
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Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Brancato Stump Grinding
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Madison, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rapid response to my request for a large stump removal on my property. Took less than a half hour. Very efficient, professional and reasonably priced. I highly recommend this service!"
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Stump grinding
Response time2 hrs
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B&D Demolition and clearing services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Madison, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Very professional, hardworking and productive!"
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AJM LAND PROS LLC
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Madison, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Showed up very professional, got the job done in a timely fashion and checked up through the process of the job to make sure it was getting done the way I wanted. Would highly reccommend to others looking for any prep work or landscaping needs"
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Adirondack Landscaping
4.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Madison, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great guy awesome job he did will be using him again in the near future to do more work as well"
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Response time1 day
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Horton's Services, Inc.
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Madison, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Response time1 day
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Green Diamond Hauling LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Madison, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Green Diamond Hauling LLC is a veteran-owned local business proudly serving Central New York. We provide commercial and residential junk removal, cleanouts, dumpster rentals, light demolition, lawn care, and property management. We focus on clear communication, efficient service, and getting the job done right.\n\nWhen in doubt, throw it out!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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