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Top-Rated Excavation pros in West Hempstead - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
4.8(
270
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving West Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a backup a few days before and wanted to determine if it was a simple clog or cesspool related. They sent out a tech (Jimmy) the same day. He located both cesspools and walked me through my options. He was honest and patient, answering all my questions along the way."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Greenovative Home Improvement
Greenovative Home Improvement
4.5(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving West Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio, at Greenovative, was great. I really enjoyed his professionalism. He and his crew found creative ways to decrease the price of the project. We are happy we gave Greenovative this project. Honestly, we will use them again."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Rapid Fire Flood Restoration LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving West Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Freddy and his crews are very friendly and professional,they go above and beyond to make it as easy as possible for me and my family,they even took care of the insurance and personal items ,they even keep in contact after the job is finished"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Junk in my Trunk
Junk in my Trunk
4.8(
90
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving West Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well. The two man team came within the scheduled appointment window, worked quickly, completed the removal quickly, and made sure that the area was clean before they departed. They were professional, willingly answered any questions, and were courteous. The appointment was made through Angie's list, the main office was quick to respond , schedule the appointment, and provided a site unseen estimate upon receiving a description of the materials to be removed that was pretty close to the final price."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for High Idle Excavation
High Idle Excavation
4.8(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving West Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

"I hired High Idle Excavation to work on my property, and they exceeded my expectations. They were extremely professional, communicative, and efficient throughout the entire process. The team completed the project on time and left the site spotless. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of excavation services. A fantastic company to work with!"
Trench work
Trench work
Trench
Pool demo
Pool completion

+11

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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