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North Valley Construction

4.96(
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North Valley Construction

4.96(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

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


"Excellent. Our view has returned."

Pete B on October 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent. Our view has returned."

Pete B on October 2025


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J L Pita Excavating

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J L Pita Excavating

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
13 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Joel was amazing! He responded in a very timely fashion and worked with me to get the job done exactly how I wanted it. Pricing was reasonable and the length of time it took to complete the job was perfect for our schedule."

Amy C on August 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Joel was amazing! He responded in a very timely fashion and worked with me to get the job done exactly how I wanted it. Pricing was reasonable and the length of time it took to complete the job was perfect for our schedule."

Amy C on August 2025


Flower Excavating

4.77(
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Flower Excavating

4.77(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

Raymond has been in business for over 40 years. His commitment to excellence places his company way ahead of the competition. His service levels and professionalism are unmatched. For the best of the best, contact Flower Excavating.

"Working with Flowers Excavating was pleasant and efficient. I would hire them again"

Frank L on July 2020

Raymond has been in business for over 40 years. His commitment to excellence places his company way ahead of the competition. His service levels and professionalism are unmatched. For the best of the best, contact Flower Excavating.

"Working with Flowers Excavating was pleasant and efficient. I would hire them again"

Frank L on July 2020


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All Elements llc

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All Elements llc

5.00(
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30 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

All Elements LLC is committed to 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.

"Extremely professional, very efficient and conscientious about moving the furniture safely and carefully. Highly recommend!"

Diana M on November 2025

All Elements LLC is committed to 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.

"Extremely professional, very efficient and conscientious about moving the furniture safely and carefully. Highly recommend!"

Diana M on November 2025



Northeast Asphalt Services LLC

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Northeast Asphalt Services LLC

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Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated business providing customers with top of the line asphalt and excavation services. We pride ourselves on providing our customers with the best service possible and a fast and worry free process.

We are a locally owned and operated business providing customers with top of the line asphalt and excavation services. We pride ourselves on providing our customers with the best service possible and a fast and worry free process.


Helping Hand

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Helping Hand

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Helping Hand services can help any home and anybody complete a project on their property and in their home. Water management drainage, driveways and walkways, landscape and hardscape projects (exterior patios), and all interior and exterior home remodeling and repair. Home improvements including siding, deck construction, new windows and home remodeling. Please contact us for your next project. We have great relationships with other contractors and are happy to help.

Helping Hand services can help any home and anybody complete a project on their property and in their home. Water management drainage, driveways and walkways, landscape and hardscape projects (exterior patios), and all interior and exterior home remodeling and repair. Home improvements including siding, deck construction, new windows and home remodeling. Please contact us for your next project. We have great relationships with other contractors and are happy to help.


RJ Quackenbush Construction

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RJ Quackenbush Construction

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5 years of experience

At RJ Quackenbush, we specialize in excavation, grading, and drainage jobs. From big to small we can always take care of your needs. Our machines range in all different sizes making it quick and easy to attend to you.

At RJ Quackenbush, we specialize in excavation, grading, and drainage jobs. From big to small we can always take care of your needs. Our machines range in all different sizes making it quick and easy to attend to you.


"Shane installed a 900' driveway for me. He did a fantastic job and was a gentleman throughout the process. SCS is a great resource for anybody who needs a high quality job for a fair price. I would have given him more than five stars if I could have."

Dominick M on May 2025

We are a veteran and family owned company specializing in general contracting capable of just about any type of project. Our work is exquisite from bulk to finish with safety and quality second to none!

"Shane installed a 900' driveway for me. He did a fantastic job and was a gentleman throughout the process. SCS is a great resource for anybody who needs a high quality job for a fair price. I would have given him more than five stars if I could have."

Dominick M on May 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

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.

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