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Last update on October 02, 2025
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"They were quick & efficient."
+7
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I had an excellent experience with Castlton Environmental Contractors, LLC. From start to finish, they made the process smooth and stress-free. Bill and Jennifer handled all the permits and paperwork, which saved me a lot of time and hassle. The work was completed in a timely, efficient, and professional manner, and the crew left everything clean when they were done. I truly appreciate their clear communication and attention to detail?highly recommend!"
+12
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was selling my house in NY and had an underground oil tank that needed to be abandoned properly prior to closing. I hired Optima Environmental to perform the job. The sales rep came out that day and walked down and discussed with me what needed to be done. I was in the process of moving when she came back and I signed the paperwork. I was then informed that a CO had never been obtained for the new oil tank which had been installed 3 years earlier. Working with the Optima Representative (Shelley) and the town, I was able to get the permit's needed and following the job (which was performed in one day, while I had already moved to my new residence in LA) and the inspection by the town I was able to get the CO's required for my closing. All the people I met and dealt with from Optima Environmental were very professional, helpful and courteous. The final project turned out great!!"
+2
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I highly recommend New England Environmental Services. The process, costs and risks were explained to me in simple and friendly terms resulting in no surprises. In addition, the new tank and excavation site were left in excellent condition."
+7
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Anthony and his crew did an excellent job they removed the old oil tank and replaced it with a new tank. They also removed all the old lines and replaced them and cleaned up all the debris."
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"They paved my huge driveway in only two days and the outcome is excellent. Franklin arrived with a whole team of men and they worked very hard and did a quality job. I can totally recommend Villa and Sons and I will hire them again for another job in the spring."
+140
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We had are gravel driveway re-graded with additional gravel, along with re-doing our Belgium block apron. We requested several proposals and found ADR PRO BUILDERS LANDSCAPING's to be the most responsive and flexible. We worked with Eligio who was knowledgeable and responsive to what we were looking to accomplish. He met with us on a Saturday and had a proposal within a few days. His proposal was also very reasonable from a pricing perspective. He started the work on the date he promised and completed his work on a time. He had a sizable crew. I also found it refreshing not to have a long contract loaded with legalize and escape clauses for any responsibility and attaching risks to us related for non payment. ADR had a very straight forward payment requirement. Bottom line we would strongly recommend ADR, and have already done so."
+22
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Victor was referred to us by friends and he did not disappoint. He was not the least expensive option to us but his track record speaks for itself. The planting?s and masonry his crew installed were beyond what we could have imagined. Loving my yard. Don?t hesitate to hire this company. Leo S"
+27
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"BTJ demo were great they did an amazing job demoing my old shed and installing a new one. They were quick and efficient. I’ll certainly be giving then a call for any future work"
Serving Purchase, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"WE WERE LUCKY TO HAVE HER HELP WITH OUR FRONT YARD AND BACK KNOLL GARDENS ALONG WITH DIFFERENT ARRANGEMENTS FOR HOME AND POTS WITH A BEAUTIFUL DISPLAY. SHE WAS VERY HELPFUL."
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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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