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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Scotia - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for G & G Landscaping
G & G Landscaping
4.9(
129
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Remove three tall trees and brush from my yard. Great price, showed up on time and completed all work as agreed upon. Would definitely use them again in the future."
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Dumpster Daddy, LLC
Dumpster Daddy, LLC
5.0(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A tree fell on my car and Dumpster Daddy was out here within 2 hours and took away the down tree and cleanup ALL the debris afterwards. Cannot say enough GREAT things about this company. They were WONDERFUL. 10 stars"
Junk removal
Let us do the dirty work
Shed Removal
Shed Removal
10 yard dumpster

+7

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Demolition llc
5.0(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I called Jake and left a message on his phone about what I was looking to have done. He got back to me within 24 hours and made arrangements to look at my project. He gave me a price based on certain conditions that had to be made on his end and told me upfront that the price could change if those conditions couldn’t be met. I agreed to that. When his conditions couldn’t be met he got back to me right away to let me know the situation. I asked for additional things to be done once he got started. I knew the cost would go ip but he lett me know that right away. He was upfront and respectful and easy to work with as was his help. I definitely recommend Jake Plasse."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ali's Landscaping & Property Services
Ali's Landscaping & Property Services
5.0(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"From the first estimate to the final cleanup, the whole experience was great! They were professional and showed up when they said they would. They completely transformed our yard with new landscaping, mulch beds, and trimming, and everything looks clean and polished. Fair pricing for the amount of work. We’ve already had neighbors asking who did our landscaping. Highly recommend!"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Green With Envy Construction Services
Green With Envy Construction Services
3.9(
127
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had some water damage from this past winter and I thought it just came through the roof to my living room ceiling. Joe looked at my house and instantly knew it was coming from my dormers, not an ice dam on the roof. He had me order the windows and supplies. When he came to do the job, he ripped out the windows and sure enough, there was water pouring out… he had everything replaced and back together in 2 days (he replaced both dormers). He’s always a pleasure to work with. He’s very knowledgeable and I would hire him again to do work on my house."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Lawrence Davis Contracting Inc
Lawrence Davis Contracting Inc
5.0(
3
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Lawrence was an excellent contractor, he contacted and coordinated with the gas company and with Galloway co-op. He checked in regularly with me and even tried to get a temporary tank when it was discovered that my propane levels would not last until the delivery date. He wasted no time and came early to start excavation a day before delivery and that a great job burying and leveling the Earth after the tank was installed. Very professional, would recommend."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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