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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

"This was a job I'd been putting off for a few months but figured I better get it done before the winter. I picked Priority based on other reviews that I read. John (Owner) came when promised to provide an estimate and was nice enough to tell me that there was a 10% discount coupon on Angie's list. They arrived on time to do the work. John, Paul and Mike were professional and courteous.
When the work started, John discovered that there was another pipe in old block cesspool. He had his men locate where the pipe led to and discovered an overflow block cesspool. John filled that one in also and only charged me for the pumping fee. It is a messy job because of the large excavating machine used but they took care to restore and level the yard as best they could.  I would use them again for any future work.

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for RHP Unlimited
RHP Unlimited
4.3(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving West Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RHP Unlimited is your one stop shop for all your home improvement and we guarantee you a job well done! As General Contractors you get the owner and his partner, we are your guys! We strive to exceed your expectations each and every time and get the job done the way you want it by working 1 project at a time. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Call Mike today for your free estimate 631 299 1915!

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Bonhomme Plumbing and Home Renovations
4.9(
6
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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 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Bonhomme Plumbing and Home Renovations 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. 25 years of 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.

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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

Here at Greenovative, we pride ourselves in how much can we do for our customers. Among our ranks are skilled and licensed tradesmen who have worked in various types of projects, and each having over 10 to 30 years of experience. This gives us ability to look for innovative ways to reduce the cost of our service and speed up the pace for completion of the projects we take on. Try us out, as we are not in this business to disappoint. Financing is available if needed.\n

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

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

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

Same-Day Junk Removal Services 877-789-junk (5865)\n2012,2013,2014 Super Service Award Winner - Our reputation speaks for itself !!! \nDedicated to be more than average, customer satisfaction is our priority!!!\nWe use the biggest trucks in our industry 20 cubic yards and still charge same or less then other companies.\nYou only pay for how much of the truck gets filled.\n\n \n\n$$$ WE WILL BEAT ANY PRICE! $$$\n\nYour Junk in Our Trunk is a fully insured residential and commercial junk removal service, serving Long Island and the surrounding areas. Your Junk in Our Trunk has more than 10 years of experience, and we handle everything from the lifting and loading to a general cleanup. We recycle and donate to charity! Call today to schedule a junk removal appointment.We also are your local dumpster rental company and we offer demolition service as well. 5 star rating, great standing at BBB and over all customer satisfaction is what makes us work even harder to make a difference in our industry.

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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for JA LAND DEVELOPMENT
JA LAND DEVELOPMENT
5.0(
26
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving West Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

J.A. Land development is a full service landscape construction and design company. We specialize in all aspects of landscape and site work from start to finish. \n\nSpecializing in :\n \n-Plantings\n-grading\n-design\n-excavation\n-driveways\n-cobblestone\n-bluestone\n-stone veneer \n-cultured stone\n-patios\n-custom BBQ's\n-drainage\n-land clearing\n-retaining walls

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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%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!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, 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. 

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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