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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Old Chatham - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Pro Demolition llc
Pro Demolition llc
5.0(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jake Plasse, business owner was hired to remove building materials, waste materials, and twenty plus years of accumulated junk from two double bay garages. I selected Pro Demolition LLC from Angie's List of local service providers. Jake reached out to within an hour and made an appointment to come and give me an estimate that very same week. He arrived promptly was professional as well as extremely pleasant and respectful. His quote was very reasonable I trusted his judgment. I hired him we set the date for cleanout in a very short time frame. The date of service arrived Jake arrived promptly at 7am. He worked diligently to remove everything we had planned on plus a few added items he gracious took. He had both garages cleared out within a tree hour time span, very impressive. I would certainly hire him again and highly recommend him for your upcoming waste removal jobs. He did a ton of work without overcharging us.Me and my husband were very impressed with the service he provided."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Clear Path Property, LLC
Clear Path Property, LLC
3.8(
10
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clear Path Property did an awesome job! They removed our old concrete quickly and laid down fresh gravel that looks great and is super solid. They were super friendly, showed up on time, answered all of my questions, and and even completed the job ahead of schedule. I would highly recommend them and wouldn't hesitate to call them again if needed in the future."
After install
During install
After install
After
Before

+38

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for All Elements llc
All Elements llc
5.0(
8
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Mike to remove a 150 ft row of overgrown brush that had an old fence running in the middle. The day of the job Mike arrived on time and had all the proper equipment for the job. He was able to complete this job in a day. After the removal he added top soil and graded my lawn so now the water runs to the road and doesn’t pool in my yard. He listen to what I wanted and gave his advice and I am thrilled with the result. I would highly recommend Mike."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+7

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Capital City Carting, LLC
Capital City Carting, LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

t Capital City Carting, we provide reliable roll-off dumpster rentals throughout Albany, NY, and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re a homeowner cleaning out clutter, a contractor handling a construction project, or a business in need of long-term waste management, we’ve got the right dumpster for you. \n \nOur experienced and friendly team ensures hassle-free service, with quick delivery and pickup, and affordable pricing. Forget the stress of searching for a roll-off dumpster rental near you—Capital City Carting is your go-to solution for all your waste disposal needs in Albany, NY. \n \nFor a straightforward, dependable dumpster rental experience, call us at (518) 528-3713 or (518) 812-3864. You can also book online today!

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mack Tree Service
Mack Tree Service
4.3(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great tree removal! I can’t even tell the tree was even there! Hard working staff & better pricing than any previous quote I received. Will be using them again in the future and highly recommend."
Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Capital Flips Property Management
Capital Flips Property Management
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Joshua is a pleasant professional, well mannered young man. Who shows up on time and ready to work. He pays close attention to what is being requested of him and he is very detailed oriented.. This is the 2nd time I have hired Joshua for my outside projects. He does an amazing job. He mowed my lawn front and back while providing clean edges… He trimmed my shrubs, pulled massive weeds and he cleaned it all up by putting everything in lawn bags. He also set the bags out to the curb for city pickup. My property was clean beautiful and free of grass & shrub debris. I would definitely recommend him for your projects. I will be calling him again for fall cleanup/trim and for other odd jobs on the inside as well.. Lastly, but most importantly his prices are reasonable & he does not disappoint!"
Small Front Lawn
High Brush
Brunch Cut
Weed & Mulch
Weed & Mulch

+1

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Gravity property solutions
Gravity property solutions
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Old Chatham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Gravity Property Solutions LLC, we make property maintenance simple, convenient, and dependable for homeowners and businesses\. We provide professional landscaping, lawn care, leaf removal, snow plowing, junk removal, and general property maintenance services designed to keep your property clean, safe, and looking its best\.\n\nYou can count on us for reliable service, clear communication, attention to detail, and quality results\. Whether you need seasonal cleanup, unwanted items removed, snow cleared, or ongoing property maintenance, we handle the work efficiently so you can save time and enjoy peace of mind\.\n\nWe proudly serve our local community and surrounding areas with a commitment to convenience, fair pricing, and customer satisfaction\. Our goal is to make every service experience easy and stress\-free while delivering results you can rely on\.\n\n**Contact us today for a quote\!**

Lawn mowing
Lawn mowing
Lawn mowing
Tree removal
Tree removal

+21

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

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.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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