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

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Miller Concrete and Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"????? Great Experience with Miller Concrete & Excavation We hired Miller Concrete & Excavation for a residential concrete project and couldn?t be happier with the results. Ian and his crew were professional, on time, and did excellent work. The concrete looks great and the job site was left clean. If you want quality work from a contractor you can trust, I highly recommend Miller Concrete & Excavation / Miller Construction Group."
Concrete
137 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Valor Development
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hired Valor to remove overgrown landscaping from previous owners and re -grade and slope the area. Fantastic work in every facet. I now have a usable yard. Very easy to work with and responsive during all project phases"
Logo
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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Ames Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a large group of very tall dead ash trees removed. The trees were located in a difficult location, but they did a fantastic job of removing all the trees, with everything cleaned up. Also, the price was reasonable, especially considering the magnitude of the job."
Tree trimming
Tree trimming
Lot clearing start
Lot clearing middle
Lot clearing finished

+17

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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 Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rapid response to my request for a large stump removal on my property. Took less than a half hour. Very efficient, professional and reasonably priced. I highly recommend this service!"
Before and Afters
Before and Afters
Stump grinding
Response time2 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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Ricky's Heating and Cooling
4.7(
21
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are committed to HVAC 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.

HVAC duct cleaning
HVAC duct cleaning
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AJM LAND PROS LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This business is built on customer service and getting the job done right, very pleased with the work that was done which included a few stumps removed and brush clearing and grading for a driveway. I would recommend this business to anyone who wants the job done right in a timely manner. 10/10 experience."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

To determine whether your homeowners' insurance will cover crawl space repair, consider the cause of the issue. Repair may be covered if the problems were caused by an event that the insurance covers, such as vandalism or a windstorm. However, companies won't cover the repair if the issues are caused by neglect or wear and tear.

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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