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S.J. EXCAVATION
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Solvay, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I needed to have a substantial amount of dirt moved from the addition that i had started on my house. The original excavator who did the job was not able to come out for some time. I didnt want the dirt to sit any longer as it was impeding other jobs from continuing. Josh was able to come out the same week i was looking for estimates and remove all that dirt. He cleared out the area with precision and i was able to see my yard once again. Would definitely do business with SJ Excavation again!"
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Miller Construction Group
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Solvay, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Miller Concrete and Excavation to install a new sidewalk, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. Ian, who managed the project, was absolutely fantastic. From start to finish, he was professional, thorough, and great at communicating every step of the process. He took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure I was comfortable with each decision. The sidewalk turned out beautifully, and the quality of workmanship is top-notch. If you’re looking for someone reliable and skilled, I highly recommend Ian and the team at Miller Concrete and Excavation!"
Syracuse university
Syracuse university
Syracuse university
Syracuse university
Syracuse university

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120 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Valor Development
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Solvay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Billy was great to work with. He kept me in the loop throughout the whole project and went above and beyond communicating with the town about certain needs. His team did an excellent job setting up a drainage solution in my backyard."
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Gallery
In ground pool demolition
Garage Demolition
Clear and drain

+6

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Brancato Stump Grinding
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Solvay, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Brancatos Stump Grinding was awesome. The owner was able to fit me into his schedule almost immediately and when he showed up he was very professional and made our yard look amazing with all the stumps he ground. 10/10 would recommend."
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Response time2 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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Bottari Property Services
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Solvay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"I needed the yard/landscape cleaned up and His company satisfied everything I needed done and impressed me with the standard he they did it with. He showed up and gave a very realistic quote and stuck to his word. Would recommend"
Steel edging/Stone job
Steel edging/Stone job
Steel edging/Stone job
Steel edging/Stone job
Steel edging/Stone job

+2

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NXTGEN Lawn & Landscape
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Solvay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was a professional team to work with. They communicated the work plan and got the job completed as quickly as possible while maintaining quality and performance. I’m very happy with the results of our backyard project and will hire this team for future work. Nancy Krupka"
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
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Extreme Cuts Lawn Service
3.9(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Solvay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Excellent job done. Gardens were in much needed care. Weeding, mulching, edging and care of bushes on property. James and Jason were prompt, worked diligently and the job was done as quickly as possible quoted and on time. No residue left as they cleaned up thoroughly. I would recommend to anyone in need of garden care."
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Tree removal

+3

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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