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Clear Path Property, LLC
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Rensselaerville, NY and surrounding areas

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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."
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Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Elements llc
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Rensselaerville, NY and surrounding areas

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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."
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+7

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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Spence's Tree Care
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Rensselaerville, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired the company to just clear some underbrush and remove saplings. They came out and recommended we consider removing trees as well and gave us an incredibly affordable quote. The trees were mostly dead and posed a risk to our house and our neighborsâ houses but other estimates were way out of our financial reach. They worked until they got the whole yard cleared, left absolutely no mess behind and even removed the stumps (not grind them down but remove the whole thing). The greatest thing is they did the whole job for the same price two other companies quoted for just the underbrush and saplings, but their quote included removing 8 additional trees and stumps, trimming back branches that were hanging over our house and shed, and cutting down and removing two arborvitae. The trees were mostly pine trees that were nearly 100 ft tall! I cannot say enough good things about this company and their patience as we kept asking for more things to be done."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Capital City Carting, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Rensselaerville, NY and surrounding areas

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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!

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Fazio Waterproofing & Enterprises
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Rensselaerville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nick Fazio is really excellent. Highly knowledgeable, professional, careful, and courteous. A real pleasure to work with. I was very comfortable trusting him with a complex project. Cost of the project was very reasonable. I highly recommend Fazio Waterproofing."
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Drainage Installation and Repair
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

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