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"Superb. Great contractor. Skilled in all areas of building construction, demolition, heavy equipment operation. Very nice guy. Hard working. Reasonable pricing."

Keith I on December 2023

Excavating land clearing old barn removal trenching demo foundation digging retaining walls and complete home renovations.

"Superb. Great contractor. Skilled in all areas of building construction, demolition, heavy equipment operation. Very nice guy. Hard working. Reasonable pricing."

Keith I on December 2023


Vanwingerden Enterprise

47 Augusta Hill Rd
New on AngiNew on Angi
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Vanwingerden Enterprise

47 Augusta Hill Rd
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Vanwingerden Enterprise! We always provide high quality work that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients, and we cannot wait to hear from you. Call today!

Welcome to Vanwingerden Enterprise! We always provide high quality work that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients, and we cannot wait to hear from you. Call today!


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Downrite Construction, Inc.

125 Bonnie Brae Court
5.00(
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Downrite Construction, Inc.

125 Bonnie Brae Court
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."

Nancy G on August 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."

Nancy G on August 2023


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Luzon Oil Co., Inc.

PO Box 1070
5.00(
5
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Luzon Oil Co., Inc.

PO Box 1070
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
84 local quotes requested

With over 40 years of experience in the testing and abatement industry, Luzon Oil Co., Inc., are the experts you need to take care of your home. We specialize in testing and abatement services. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give Luzon Oil Co., Inc., a call today. We look forward to working with you!

"I called several places before turning to Angie for help. Luzon gave me a quote over the phone, the first time we spoke. They came out the next morning, when they said they would, and did the job quickly and efficiently. Their technician was very friendly and a pleasure to work with. I would hire them again in a minute!"

Susan S on July 2024

With over 40 years of experience in the testing and abatement industry, Luzon Oil Co., Inc., are the experts you need to take care of your home. We specialize in testing and abatement services. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give Luzon Oil Co., Inc., a call today. We look forward to working with you!

"I called several places before turning to Angie for help. Luzon gave me a quote over the phone, the first time we spoke. They came out the next morning, when they said they would, and did the job quickly and efficiently. Their technician was very friendly and a pleasure to work with. I would hire them again in a minute!"

Susan S on July 2024


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Castlton Environmental Contractors, LLC

80 West Nyack Road
4.98(
56
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Castlton Environmental Contractors, LLC

80 West Nyack Road
4.98(
56
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

At Castlton Environmental Contractors, LLC, we are your premier choice for professional environmental response services. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. We take pride in our work. We work hard to provide the best service possible with integrity and accountability. We would love to help you. CEC is licensed to remove or abandon your Underground Storage Tanks (UST) in New York and New Jersey. We are licensed in ny and nj , as well as fully insured. Our trained professionals will assist you in properly decommissioning your UST in a manner that satisfies local and state regulations.Castlton Environmental Contractors LLC is ready, willing and able to provide 24/7, 365 days a year, emergency spill response of hazardous and non hazardous material. Give us a call today 1-800-25-tanks ! Rockland County license#H-09559

"I had an excellent experience with Castlton Environmental Contractors, LLC. From start to finish, they made the process smooth and stress-free. Bill and Jennifer handled all the permits and paperwork, which saved me a lot of time and hassle. The work was completed in a timely, efficient, and professional manner, and the crew left everything clean when they were done. I truly appreciate their clear communication and attention to detail?highly recommend!"

Bar G on August 2025

At Castlton Environmental Contractors, LLC, we are your premier choice for professional environmental response services. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. We take pride in our work. We work hard to provide the best service possible with integrity and accountability. We would love to help you. CEC is licensed to remove or abandon your Underground Storage Tanks (UST) in New York and New Jersey. We are licensed in ny and nj , as well as fully insured. Our trained professionals will assist you in properly decommissioning your UST in a manner that satisfies local and state regulations.Castlton Environmental Contractors LLC is ready, willing and able to provide 24/7, 365 days a year, emergency spill response of hazardous and non hazardous material. Give us a call today 1-800-25-tanks ! Rockland County license#H-09559

"I had an excellent experience with Castlton Environmental Contractors, LLC. From start to finish, they made the process smooth and stress-free. Bill and Jennifer handled all the permits and paperwork, which saved me a lot of time and hassle. The work was completed in a timely, efficient, and professional manner, and the crew left everything clean when they were done. I truly appreciate their clear communication and attention to detail?highly recommend!"

Bar G on August 2025


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Optima Environmental Services, Inc.

92-94 Stewart Avenue
4.90(
48
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Optima Environmental Services, Inc.

92-94 Stewart Avenue
4.90(
48
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
97 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

Optima is your trusted partner for expert oil tank services. With years of experience, we specialize in the removal, abandonment, replacement, and installation of underground and aboveground storage tanks for residential and commercial properties. Our skilled team ensures safe, compliant, and efficient service—protecting your property and the environment. Ready to remove your Underground Oil Tank? Transitioning to a new energy source? Looking for a new installation? We provide top-tier tank replacement and installation. Plus, we service and repair industry-leading fuel management equipment. For a limited time, we’re offering price matching on all residential oil tank services. Payment plans are available. Choose Optima for reliable, affordable, and professional solutions—because when it comes to your property, experience matters

"The whole job was professional and efficient. The team was knowledgeable and easy to work with. Would happily contract with them again."

Lisa H on September 2025

Optima is your trusted partner for expert oil tank services. With years of experience, we specialize in the removal, abandonment, replacement, and installation of underground and aboveground storage tanks for residential and commercial properties. Our skilled team ensures safe, compliant, and efficient service—protecting your property and the environment. Ready to remove your Underground Oil Tank? Transitioning to a new energy source? Looking for a new installation? We provide top-tier tank replacement and installation. Plus, we service and repair industry-leading fuel management equipment. For a limited time, we’re offering price matching on all residential oil tank services. Payment plans are available. Choose Optima for reliable, affordable, and professional solutions—because when it comes to your property, experience matters

"The whole job was professional and efficient. The team was knowledgeable and easy to work with. Would happily contract with them again."

Lisa H on September 2025


"Ronnie and his associate were easy to work with. They were punctual, thorough, clean and just good guys."

Tim O on January 2022

Buckner Waste Oil Service and Industrial Tank Cleaning, Inc., has been servicing the New Winsor, New York area for 45 years. As a family owned and operated business you can be sure of top quality.

"Ronnie and his associate were easy to work with. They were punctual, thorough, clean and just good guys."

Tim O on January 2022


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C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC

165 Sherwood Avenue
4.61(
117
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C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC

165 Sherwood Avenue
4.61(
117
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
129 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

C2G Environmental has 20 years of experience removing, abandoning and installing underground and above ground storage tanks (heating oil tanks), as well as, remediating contaminated soils from leaking tanks. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. We specialize in residential & commercial underground oil tanks and services. We are fully licensed and insured to perform all aspects of underground oil tanks removal, abandonment's and installations in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey, plus soil and groundwater remediation.

"Excellent service. Crew arrived on time, performed the work in the estimated time, and did a really good job. They were very neat and left the area clean. I highly recommend C2G."

Roy C on October 2025

C2G Environmental has 20 years of experience removing, abandoning and installing underground and above ground storage tanks (heating oil tanks), as well as, remediating contaminated soils from leaking tanks. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. We specialize in residential & commercial underground oil tanks and services. We are fully licensed and insured to perform all aspects of underground oil tanks removal, abandonment's and installations in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey, plus soil and groundwater remediation.

"Excellent service. Crew arrived on time, performed the work in the estimated time, and did a really good job. They were very neat and left the area clean. I highly recommend C2G."

Roy C on October 2025


We are a professional, honest, and reliable landscaping/excavation company that covers any form of work or renovations you can envision for your yard or business location.


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A&G Construction & Landscaping

23 Mary Lane
No reviews yet

A&G Construction & Landscaping

23 Mary Lane
No reviews yet
4 years of experience

A&G Construction is a full-service residential construction and landscaping company committed to quality and client satisfaction. We specialize in renovations, new construction, landscaping, and home maintenance, offering a range of services to enhance and maintain your home. Our renovation services include interior and exterior remodels, such as kitchens, bathrooms, siding, painting, and deck installations to boost curb appeal and functionality. We also handle additions and expansions, creating extra rooms or larger spaces to fit changing needs. For new construction, we provide custom home building, managing projects from design to completion to ensure homes reflect clients’ visions. We also build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)—ideal for guest houses, in-law suites, or rentals—and offer garage construction, whether building new or converting for extra storage or living space. Our landscaping services include landscape design, plant installations, and seasonal upkeep. Our hardscaping options, like patios, walkways, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens, enhance outdoor living areas, while our lawn and garden maintenance services—mowing, pruning, and clean-ups—keep landscapes vibrant year-round. For home maintenance, A&G Construction provides seasonal services like gutter cleaning, roof sweeping, and mold prevention to protect your home. Our power washing includes house soft washing, deck cleaning, and window washing to refresh exteriors. We also offer repair services for roofs, decks, and more, as well as energy-efficient upgrades like window and insulation installations. At A&G Construction, we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality results on every project, helping homeowners achieve their vision and maintain their property all year long.

A&G Construction is a full-service residential construction and landscaping company committed to quality and client satisfaction. We specialize in renovations, new construction, landscaping, and home maintenance, offering a range of services to enhance and maintain your home. Our renovation services include interior and exterior remodels, such as kitchens, bathrooms, siding, painting, and deck installations to boost curb appeal and functionality. We also handle additions and expansions, creating extra rooms or larger spaces to fit changing needs. For new construction, we provide custom home building, managing projects from design to completion to ensure homes reflect clients’ visions. We also build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)—ideal for guest houses, in-law suites, or rentals—and offer garage construction, whether building new or converting for extra storage or living space. Our landscaping services include landscape design, plant installations, and seasonal upkeep. Our hardscaping options, like patios, walkways, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens, enhance outdoor living areas, while our lawn and garden maintenance services—mowing, pruning, and clean-ups—keep landscapes vibrant year-round. For home maintenance, A&G Construction provides seasonal services like gutter cleaning, roof sweeping, and mold prevention to protect your home. Our power washing includes house soft washing, deck cleaning, and window washing to refresh exteriors. We also offer repair services for roofs, decks, and more, as well as energy-efficient upgrades like window and insulation installations. At A&G Construction, we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality results on every project, helping homeowners achieve their vision and maintain their property all year long.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

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. 

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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