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Avatar for Fazio Excavating LLC
Fazio Excavating LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Fazio excavating is remarkable. Incredibly responsive and conscientious about doing things right. This team goes above and beyond. Easy to see they take pride in their work. Very courteous and efficient. Highly recommend!"
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+19

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Mullen Excavating, Inc.
Mullen Excavating, Inc.
3.6(
30
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"My backyard hill was sliding by the ton. Over the course of three years, 200 yards of hill was displaced due to the poor drainage and extensive rainfall. Over the course of three years, over ten contractors visited me and provided solutions. NONE OF THEM followed through. On a whim and in desperation, I contacted Mullen Excavating Inc. Kevin Mullen, the owner of company, responded to my call almost immediately. Two days later, he stopped by to evaluate my dire situation. And his ideas were completely opposite of everyone else. Instead of a retaining wall, he advised me to repair the hill. After research, we chose the repair route. Then we patiently waited for five months for warmer and drier weather. Kevin never rushed me for the project. But when the project startedâ ¦ my gosh, it was a well-oiled machine, a BIG HONKING Caterpillar machine. Over the course of two weeks, Kevin and his team removed over 200 yards of fill and top soil, installed three gigantic underground french drains, repaired the water runoff pipes and then completely rebuilt/ regraded my hill, complete w/ grass seed and hatch. A true sight to behold. Throughout the whole process, Kevin remained a calming presence even when the work stopped for three days because of rain. In the end, we got our hill back!! My sincere thanks to Kevin and his team. Kevin seems to be a natural when it comes to excavation work, if that it is a thing. In any case, I highly recommend Mullen Excavating Inc."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ESC Excavating LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Established is 2018, Owner Evan S Crichfield brings over 15 years of experience and knowledge to the construction/ excavation field. When choosing ESC Excavating you get to experience exceptional work quality and service that won?t disappoint. We at ESC cover a wide range of work which makes us your ?one stop shop?. Work included but not limited to, drainage, underground utilities, grading, demolition, forestry mulching, heaving mowing/ brush hogging/ field planting and land clearing. Based out of Washington Pa, we service a wide range of demographic. ESC Excavating is also willing to travel outside our service areas for the right job. Feel free to contact us at 724-413-5226 call/ text or email at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you.

old structure
old structure
ongoing demo
ongoing demo
demo and grading completed

+19

Response time8 hrs
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Prime Time Masonry and Concrete, LLC
4.7(
21
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I was extremely pleased with the work of Matt & Travis and highly recommend them. From the start, Matt was incredibly responsive and communicative, promptly addressing all my questions and concerns via text and phone. Their pricing was competitive and clearly explained. The project was completed to a high standard, passing inspection on the first attempt. I'm thrilled with the results, which truly exceeded my expectations."
new stone
new stone
backyard patio
backyard patio
stone fireplace

+3

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Red Dog Ranch Excavation LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We provide professional excavation and site development services built on precision, reliability, and hard work. From land clearing and grading to drainage, foundations, retaining walls, and concrete. Delivering dependable results with the job being done efficiently and professionally.

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ZZ Landworx
3.6(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Zach to install a french drain, to plant some trees, and to install a rock bed at the edge of my property. Zach and crew were very timely and pleasant, and the price was right. But after completion i noticed some minor property damage, and some minor issues with the quality of work and cleanup. I'm a reasonable guy and sent Zach a text letting him know my thoughts, hoping to have a direct convo about it. However, I have not heard back from him at all. Hate to not leave 5 stars, but a little extra customer service would have gone a long way here. Here is that text: Hey Zach, just completed the final invoice. Apologies it took me a few days, we were camping with no cell service until yesterday. I wanted to let you know since i believe in constructive feedback, I'm not happy with some of the work done. My fence post was ran into and dented. I'll try to use a crowbar to repair but if that does not work i'll have to order a replacement & install. A bunch of the trees are planted at a pretty strong 30 degree angle instead of being upright. I'll straighten these out. There are still lots of big rocks in the lawn where the rock pile was. I'll take 30 minutes to clean it up. I know it rained heavily after the fresh soil / seed was planted, but some straw would have gone a long way to keep it in place. I'll have to re rake and seed and straw everything. Some of these are small things, but they leave a bad impression, and I wish your team would have just been upfront with me about the bent fence post."
Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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.

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.

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.

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