Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Otego, NY

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

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

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Excavation pros in Otego, NY

*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Otego, NY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Excavation companies in Otego, NY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

Last update on June 24, 2026

Find Excavation pros in Otego

Avatar for Double M Industries LLC
Double M Industries LLC
5.0(
4
)

Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Double M to build a million gallon liquid manure storage pit for my farm. The project took 5 months and I was amazed at the work they did. This was a very complicated project. They kept me informed almost every day on what they were doing and if I was satisfied with the work. If I had a concern, they worked with me to resolve the issue. I highly recommend them and plan on working with them in the future."
Driveways
Driveways
Driveways
Request Quote
Avatar for Hillcrest Construction And Excavation LLC
Hillcrest Construction And Excavation LLC
New to Angi

Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in Excavation, drainage, ponds, land clearing, site work, blacktop sealcoating and much more.

Excavation
Response time3 days
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Lawn lovers landscaping
Lawn lovers landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY, \n

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Horton's Services, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Otego, 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.

Rail
Rail
Rail
Rail
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for High Tech Construction Co
High Tech Construction Co
4.3(
43
)

Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project took longer than I expected but everything turned out well.  I was pleased with the work.  Everyone worked hard to finish the job."
Facade Restoration - High Tech Construction Co
stoop restoration -high tech construction co
Wood Stoop
Limestone Stoop
brownstone stoop and facade restoration

+20

Recommended by81%of homeowners
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 51
Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

The Otego, NY homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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

See all articles