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Excavation pros in South Glens Falls

Avatar for Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
641 Grooms Road
4.52(
166
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Approved Pro
Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
641 Grooms Road
4.52(
166
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
20 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Rooter-Man of the Capital District has won Angie's List Super Service Award the last eight of the last nine years (2019,2017,2016,2015,2014,2013,2012,2011). That can only happen when you take customer service and technical expertise very seriously, like we do. If you need a sewer line snaked, a new faucet installed, a new water heater and most any other plumbing job tackled give us a call. We would be honored to provide you with the same high level of service that we have built a reputation for displaying. For friendly and professional plumbing service you can trust, call us at Rooter Man Plumbing and Drain. Call us today at 518-925-5490 to make an appointment.

"Tim was very professional, he works very efficiently, very sociable and quoted me a very reasonably price, he was very clean, very conscious on cleaning up every mess on the process and was very very professional."

Rebecca S on January 2023

Rooter-Man of the Capital District has won Angie's List Super Service Award the last eight of the last nine years (2019,2017,2016,2015,2014,2013,2012,2011). That can only happen when you take customer service and technical expertise very seriously, like we do. If you need a sewer line snaked, a new faucet installed, a new water heater and most any other plumbing job tackled give us a call. We would be honored to provide you with the same high level of service that we have built a reputation for displaying. For friendly and professional plumbing service you can trust, call us at Rooter Man Plumbing and Drain. Call us today at 518-925-5490 to make an appointment.

"Tim was very professional, he works very efficiently, very sociable and quoted me a very reasonably price, he was very clean, very conscious on cleaning up every mess on the process and was very very professional."

Rebecca S on January 2023


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North Valley Construction
3 Maple Drive
4.96(
41
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Approved Pro
North Valley Construction
3 Maple Drive
4.96(
41
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

With over 20 years of experience, North Valley Construction has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, professional craftsmen. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart and made us one of the leading excavation, site work and construction companies in New York.

"We were impressed by the high quality of the work preformed and their professionalism. All our expectations were met. Very nice job. Highly recommend."

Larry A on September 2024

With over 20 years of experience, North Valley Construction has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, professional craftsmen. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart and made us one of the leading excavation, site work and construction companies in New York.

"We were impressed by the high quality of the work preformed and their professionalism. All our expectations were met. Very nice job. Highly recommend."

Larry A on September 2024


Perk & Sons
5.00(
1
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Perk & Sons
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I have 26 years experience in excavation and underground utility installation (sewer, storm and water pipe). I'm fully insured. Honest work with a guarantee and down to earth prices.

"Outstanding! Excellent work, great communication and professional advice."

John g on August 2024

I have 26 years experience in excavation and underground utility installation (sewer, storm and water pipe). I'm fully insured. Honest work with a guarantee and down to earth prices.

"Outstanding! Excellent work, great communication and professional advice."

John g on August 2024



Vandenburgh & Sons
2 CAWOOD DR
No reviews
Vandenburgh & Sons
2 CAWOOD DR
No reviews
12 years of experience

We are subterranean architects with a passion for running heavy equipment. We are out of Upstate New York have locations in Northwest Arkansas southwest Missouri and eastern Oklahoma

We are subterranean architects with a passion for running heavy equipment. We are out of Upstate New York have locations in Northwest Arkansas southwest Missouri and eastern Oklahoma


K&D Excavation
181 Christie Road
No reviews
K&D Excavation
181 Christie Road
No reviews
11 years of experience

Attention to detail. Small business husband and wife run company. Fully insured. No job too small or too big! Also have logged for 15+ years, so very knowledgeable about managing woodlots, land clearing, etc.

Attention to detail. Small business husband and wife run company. Fully insured. No job too small or too big! Also have logged for 15+ years, so very knowledgeable about managing woodlots, land clearing, etc.


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JMH Earthworx LLC.
428 Gailey Hill Road
No reviews
JMH Earthworx LLC.
428 Gailey Hill Road
No reviews
8 years of experience

We are a family owned company, specializing in all phases of Excavation and Hardscaping. Let us make your dreams a reality. Specializing in: Excavation; all phases, Drainage Installs/Repairs, Full foundations, Driveway Installs/ Repairs, Hardscaping such as retaining walls, and major landscaping.

We are a family owned company, specializing in all phases of Excavation and Hardscaping. Let us make your dreams a reality. Specializing in: Excavation; all phases, Drainage Installs/Repairs, Full foundations, Driveway Installs/ Repairs, Hardscaping such as retaining walls, and major landscaping.


Big Ants Trucking & Excavation
84 Main St
5.00(
6
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Big Ants Trucking & Excavation
84 Main St
5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated trucking and excavation company. The work we do ranges on a very large scale. We strive on perfection and will not leave unless you are happy. One call does it all!

"Very pleased with the workmanship!"

Craig W on September 2021

We are a family owned and operated trucking and excavation company. The work we do ranges on a very large scale. We strive on perfection and will not leave unless you are happy. One call does it all!

"Very pleased with the workmanship!"

Craig W on September 2021


WE HAUL
No reviews
WE HAUL
No reviews
4 years of experience

WE HAUL it ALL. AFFORDABLE, EFFICIENT & RELIABLE JUNK REMOVAL IN THE CAPITAL REGION WE HAUL is a locally-owned junk removal and demolition service. We are proud to service residential and business clients in the Capital District and neighboring area. We also offer: *Demolition *Landscape removal/Installation *Appliance removal/Installation *Leaf and brush clean up *And much more We guarantee our customer service and superb work ethic 100%. You will receive excellent service at a fair market price , we will not upcharge you due to technicalities but you can rely on direct, no surprise , prices and professional service. Here is what we can guarantee: PROFESSIONAL & Courteous Our team is experienced, polite and timely. AFFORDABLE Our prices are competitive with customized quotes to your need. WE ARE LOCAL Our company is locally owned and operated.

WE HAUL it ALL. AFFORDABLE, EFFICIENT & RELIABLE JUNK REMOVAL IN THE CAPITAL REGION WE HAUL is a locally-owned junk removal and demolition service. We are proud to service residential and business clients in the Capital District and neighboring area. We also offer: *Demolition *Landscape removal/Installation *Appliance removal/Installation *Leaf and brush clean up *And much more We guarantee our customer service and superb work ethic 100%. You will receive excellent service at a fair market price , we will not upcharge you due to technicalities but you can rely on direct, no surprise , prices and professional service. Here is what we can guarantee: PROFESSIONAL & Courteous Our team is experienced, polite and timely. AFFORDABLE Our prices are competitive with customized quotes to your need. WE ARE LOCAL Our company is locally owned and operated.

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Excavation services FAQs

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

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.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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