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Cowans Excavating

5.00(
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Cowans Excavating

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

At Cowan's Excavating, we’re a small, family-run excavating business rooted in Greene, NY, where hard work meets heart. As an owner-operator, I bring hands-on experience and a personal commitment to every job, while my two young sons learn the trade alongside me as they grow—building not just skills, but a legacy. We’re fully insured, giving our clients confidence and peace of mind from the first scoop to the final grade. We specialize in: ✅ Drainage solutions ✅ Driveway installation ✅ Land clearing ✅ Brush hogging ✅ Grading and site prep ✅ Small-scale demolition ✅ Culvert installation ...and so much more. Whether you're improving your property, prepping for a build, or reclaiming overgrown land, we offer dependable service with a personal touch. Every project is treated with care, precision, and pride—because we’re not just moving earth, we’re building trust.

"Some people say you never get a good price, speed and quality work well this is the first time I came across that I was blown away with the quality of work the price and the speed I was quoted on a Wednesday in by Friday I had two buildings removed and it looks great"

shan n on July 2023

At Cowan's Excavating, we’re a small, family-run excavating business rooted in Greene, NY, where hard work meets heart. As an owner-operator, I bring hands-on experience and a personal commitment to every job, while my two young sons learn the trade alongside me as they grow—building not just skills, but a legacy. We’re fully insured, giving our clients confidence and peace of mind from the first scoop to the final grade. We specialize in: ✅ Drainage solutions ✅ Driveway installation ✅ Land clearing ✅ Brush hogging ✅ Grading and site prep ✅ Small-scale demolition ✅ Culvert installation ...and so much more. Whether you're improving your property, prepping for a build, or reclaiming overgrown land, we offer dependable service with a personal touch. Every project is treated with care, precision, and pride—because we’re not just moving earth, we’re building trust.

"Some people say you never get a good price, speed and quality work well this is the first time I came across that I was blown away with the quality of work the price and the speed I was quoted on a Wednesday in by Friday I had two buildings removed and it looks great"

shan n on July 2023


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EMC Property and Excavation

5.00(
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EMC Property and Excavation

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"

Ken M on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"

Ken M on October 2025


Vanepps Construction

4.86(
18
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Vanepps Construction

4.86(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The best contractor that I have ever hired.Very fast and responsible.Good cost and excellent service.I would hire them to do anything and will have them do any of the repairs that I need.I cannot emphasize too much that they are a cut above!"

Terrence W on June 2020

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The best contractor that I have ever hired.Very fast and responsible.Good cost and excellent service.I would hire them to do anything and will have them do any of the repairs that I need.I cannot emphasize too much that they are a cut above!"

Terrence W on June 2020


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Lone Pine Landscapes LLC

5.00(
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Lone Pine Landscapes LLC

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We here at LPL pride ourselves in giving everyone a 5 star experience. We built our company on integrity and trust backed by over 15 years of experience in the field. We pride ourselves on honest upfront pricing and being able to problem solve with our customers before a project even starts to figure out the best course of action to get the job done safely, on time and at the best possible cost we can provide to the customer.

"Quick and painless. Thank you for your responsiveness and professionalism!"

Janna K on April 2024

We here at LPL pride ourselves in giving everyone a 5 star experience. We built our company on integrity and trust backed by over 15 years of experience in the field. We pride ourselves on honest upfront pricing and being able to problem solve with our customers before a project even starts to figure out the best course of action to get the job done safely, on time and at the best possible cost we can provide to the customer.

"Quick and painless. Thank you for your responsiveness and professionalism!"

Janna K on April 2024


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BRODERICK CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT LLC

4.83(
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BRODERICK CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT LLC

4.83(
6
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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

BRODERICK CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT LLC 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.

"Good communication and love how they got back to me."

Joan T on July 2024

BRODERICK CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT LLC 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.

"Good communication and love how they got back to me."

Joan T on July 2024


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Peak Development Services, Inc.

4.80(
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Peak Development Services, Inc.

4.80(
5
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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

We at Peak Development Services take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' 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.

"Work was well executed. Cost was very competitive."

Donald D on September 2023

We at Peak Development Services take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' 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.

"Work was well executed. Cost was very competitive."

Donald D on September 2023


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WoodRock Construction

5.00(
3
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WoodRock Construction

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WoodRock Construction is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. WoodRock Construction is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"We had the front entrance to our home completely replaced, Matt was very attentive and helpful with the design and desired outcome we were looking to achieve. He is very knowledgeable and has an outstanding work ethic. Matt will be the first call we make for any future projects. Thank you Woodrock Construction! "

Peter D on December 2025

WoodRock Construction is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. WoodRock Construction is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"We had the front entrance to our home completely replaced, Matt was very attentive and helpful with the design and desired outcome we were looking to achieve. He is very knowledgeable and has an outstanding work ethic. Matt will be the first call we make for any future projects. Thank you Woodrock Construction! "

Peter D on December 2025


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CDC Construction

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

CDC Construction

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

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.

"He does very professional work for an excellent price."

Scott B on October 2022

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.

"He does very professional work for an excellent price."

Scott B on October 2022


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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Trump Excavation and Land Clearing

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"

Derek J on January 2025

We pride ourselves on being the best Excavation company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"

Derek J on January 2025


Leprechaun and Sons Contracting llc

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Leprechaun and Sons Contracting llc

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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There is no standard depth, but typically, septic tanks are buried between 4 inches and 4 feet underneath the earth’s surface. There are a few factors that will determine your tank’s depth, including the height of your bedrock, the distance between your home and the tank, and the depth of your main sewer line.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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.

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

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