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Erie Excavation and Construction Limited

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Erie Excavation and Construction Limited

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Please call Noah at 814-853-0125 OR Email [email protected] for a Free Estimate! Erie Excavation and Construction Limited is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"These guys are the best! They are honest and trustworthy. You can trust they will get you the fairest price in the area for great quality service. They will also work with you every step of the way to ensure they are meeting all expectations. I plan to only work with these guys again in the future for all my excavation projects this spring."

Erin D on February 2024

Please call Noah at 814-853-0125 OR Email [email protected] for a Free Estimate! Erie Excavation and Construction Limited is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"These guys are the best! They are honest and trustworthy. You can trust they will get you the fairest price in the area for great quality service. They will also work with you every step of the way to ensure they are meeting all expectations. I plan to only work with these guys again in the future for all my excavation projects this spring."

Erin D on February 2024

Moore Contracting, LLC

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Moore Contracting, LLC

4.75(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Moore Contracting, LLC, is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We have over 25 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I found Joe be honest and with a high amount of integrity. I highly recommend him. I was very pleased with his work and will hire him again if need be."

Bart S on September 2018

Moore Contracting, LLC, is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We have over 25 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I found Joe be honest and with a high amount of integrity. I highly recommend him. I was very pleased with his work and will hire him again if need be."

Bart S on September 2018

Pierce Services, Inc.

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Pierce Services, Inc.

4.88(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Pierce Services, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"I would highly recommend Chuck Pierce Jr at Pierce Services. They just finished work at a lakefront property for me in Cassadaga, Ny including backfilling around fkundation, site fill/prep and a new seawall. Itâ s gorgeous!!! The seawall is absolutely stunning. Chuck was so professional and great to work with and really cared about the project and making it awesome! Thank you!!"

Kim S on June 2023

Pierce Services, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"I would highly recommend Chuck Pierce Jr at Pierce Services. They just finished work at a lakefront property for me in Cassadaga, Ny including backfilling around fkundation, site fill/prep and a new seawall. Itâ s gorgeous!!! The seawall is absolutely stunning. Chuck was so professional and great to work with and really cared about the project and making it awesome! Thank you!!"

Kim S on June 2023

Lyles Underground Services LLC

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Lyles Underground Services LLC

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I perform all aspects of excavation work, including but not limited to, ditching, drainage, small concrete work, utility installation, tree cleanup, and Hauling ( up to 6500 lbs.)

I perform all aspects of excavation work, including but not limited to, ditching, drainage, small concrete work, utility installation, tree cleanup, and Hauling ( up to 6500 lbs.)

Cross Forestry Mulching and Land Clearing

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Cross Forestry Mulching and Land Clearing

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Cross Forestry Mulching and Land Clearing is a new and innovative land clearing company that uses a eco-friendly process mulching the trees and brush into fine mulch giving the ground healthy nutrients. With forestry mulching it is easier on the ground causing no mud or ruts. You can selectively clear your property leaving any desirable trees or bushes. We do commercial, residential, and rural properties. Contact us today to get a quote.

Cross Forestry Mulching and Land Clearing is a new and innovative land clearing company that uses a eco-friendly process mulching the trees and brush into fine mulch giving the ground healthy nutrients. With forestry mulching it is easier on the ground causing no mud or ruts. You can selectively clear your property leaving any desirable trees or bushes. We do commercial, residential, and rural properties. Contact us today to get a quote.

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Zoar Valley Contracting LLC

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Zoar Valley Contracting LLC

3.00(
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2 years of experience

Zoar Valley Contracting is a small Western New York Local Company providing excavating services of all kinds. From ponds to new home build foundation dig outs and utilities, also land clearing, grading, and even concrete flatwork. We Pride ourselves in the quality of our work and we are always pushing ourselves to further educate ourselves. With over a decade of experience in the industry we have the skill and drive to accomplish any task you may have for us. We hope to work with you in the future.

"The owner Paul Grimmer is a crook. I paid him $24000.00 down to pour a 10000 sf driveway. The contract specified 4500 psi which is a more expensive, stronger mix. His first cement truck shows up and I asked the driver for his paper work. It was for only 4000 psi. Grimmer claimed is was a paper error. He ordered the concrete and he was caught trying to cheat me. He kept all my money and didn't pour a drop of concrete. A week later he buys a bull dozer. I had to hire a lawyer to recover my loss. This kid has no morals or integrity. "

Gary B on July 2025

Zoar Valley Contracting is a small Western New York Local Company providing excavating services of all kinds. From ponds to new home build foundation dig outs and utilities, also land clearing, grading, and even concrete flatwork. We Pride ourselves in the quality of our work and we are always pushing ourselves to further educate ourselves. With over a decade of experience in the industry we have the skill and drive to accomplish any task you may have for us. We hope to work with you in the future.

"The owner Paul Grimmer is a crook. I paid him $24000.00 down to pour a 10000 sf driveway. The contract specified 4500 psi which is a more expensive, stronger mix. His first cement truck shows up and I asked the driver for his paper work. It was for only 4000 psi. Grimmer claimed is was a paper error. He ordered the concrete and he was caught trying to cheat me. He kept all my money and didn't pour a drop of concrete. A week later he buys a bull dozer. I had to hire a lawyer to recover my loss. This kid has no morals or integrity. "

Gary B on July 2025

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L&H Tree Service, Excavation, and Construction LLC

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L&H Tree Service, Excavation, and Construction LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Tree cutting and removal. Excavation, Land Clearing, Brush Hogging, Drainage, Etc.

"Great! Professional! They were on time and a hard working group. I will be hiring them again."

David R on February 2024

Tree cutting and removal. Excavation, Land Clearing, Brush Hogging, Drainage, Etc.

"Great! Professional! They were on time and a hard working group. I will be hiring them again."

David R on February 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

The completion timeline for an in-ground swimming pool project typically ranges between 8 to 12 weeks, depending on weather conditions, the complexity of the design, and any unexpected ground conditions encountered during excavation.

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