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Avatar for High Tech Concrete & Excavation, Inc
High Tech Concrete & Excavation, Inc
4.9(
36
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wappingers Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had such a horrible time trying to find a solution to our finished basement taking on water a second time just after we redid our floors. After several estimates from people offering very outrageous solutions and prices, High Tech Concrete & Excavation reached out to us. We took a chance and were not disappointed in the slightest! Jimmy was great - good communication, fantastic and quick work, and VERY reasonable pricing which both my husband and I greatly appreciated. He was very honest with his estimate and actually cared to look at all points that were affected in the house instead of just outside. He even took time during their work to show me issues they found with our foundation and offered to fix them while he was here. It's been 3 months and absolutely no water has found its way into our finished basement We'll definitely be keeping their card and calling them back in the springtime to finish our driveway and for any other work we may need. You wont be disappointed!"
Commercial flat work NYC
Flat work in NYC
Flat work in NYC
Flat work in NYC
Flat work in NYC

+167

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Hudson Valley Landscaping & Drainage
Hudson Valley Landscaping & Drainage
4.6(
32
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Wappingers Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"After my wife and I interviewed other contractors to rectify a very difficult basement flooding problem, we met with Marc the owner of this company: (HVL&D). Everything had to be done; repairing the foundation, creating inside drains and installing two sump pumps are only some of the things that had to be done. We are a working family who has done most of all home repair work ourselves, but knew when we had met our match. HVL&D had ALL equipment needed and was able to get all the parts needed very fast! He not only accomplished what he set out to do but re-landscaped everywhere all his crew worked and went above what we paid them to do. They were extremely neet and professional. These are the guys to call for any water issues in the yard and home. Will probably have them build a deck for us when ready! VERY capable folks. They give you what you pay for!"
Walkway
Tree take down
Finger Drains
Walkway and Steps
Tree take down

+31

Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
CA Landscaping and Masonry
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Wappingers Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Yes! The job was quick, clean and very nicely completed. They arrived on time, finished when they expected and really did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them to my friends and others."
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Donaldson Property Management LLC
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Wappingers Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick reached out w/in the hour of putting in my request for service needed. He was very nice. Answered all our questions. Made it simple and complicated free. Showed up on time to drop off the dumpster. Left it exactly where we asked. Picked it up on time. He was pleasant and honest. We already scheduled another day with Donaldson Property Management LLC to come back. They are our dumpster company!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
Avatar for New Image Property Maintenance, LLC
New Image Property Maintenance, LLC
4.6(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Wappingers Falls, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tim was quick to stop by to take a look at our property and within one day we had an estimate. We accepted it and within just a few days the work was completed. Tim is the foreman and was courteous, answered his phone every time I called and was lovely to work with. I would definitely use this company again in any future landscaping projects we need done."
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After
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation

+52

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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