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Avatar for Fazio Excavating LLC
Fazio Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lawrence, 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 time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cleaner Than Clean
4.9(
57
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Serving Lawrence, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom did a fantastic job with pressure washing our large vinyl fence (285 linear feet) on both sides and the mildew on the north side of our house. He was a super nice guy, got here on time and did a thorough cleaning for a reasonable price. Our fence and house looks great! We would highly recommend!"
Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Hard Work Property Service
5.0(
14
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Serving Lawrence, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"He was upfront with time and cost of deck project. I had him do some other general handyman projects for me too. Did a professional job and cleaned up afterwards."
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+51

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VP Excavating Services LLC
4.4(
7
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Serving Lawrence, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"VP Excavating did an outstanding job on our property! From start to finish, their preparation and clearing work was done with precision, efficiency, and professionalism. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was done right, and it truly shows. Highly recommend them for anyone needing quality excavation work!"
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Culvert pipe install
Culvert pipe install
 New Parking pad
 New Parking pad

+1

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mullen Excavating, Inc.
3.6(
30
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Serving Lawrence, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Kevin (the owner) and his team were extremely helpful in helping me get my land cleared. I had no idea what I was doing, and he made insightful suggestions that allowed me to make an informed decision with the specifics. Kevin made sure to ask me questions that helped me let him know exactly what I was looking for and needed. I will definitely use them in the future for future projects as well as recommend to my friends."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Joshua R Carlisle Contracting
5.0(
12
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Serving Lawrence, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an excellent job removing a tree that fell on my shed. He is professional and and conscience about the work that he performs. I would definitely recommend him for any project that needs done."
Living area remodel
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+11

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
G. Horvath Plumbing
5.0(
6
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Serving Lawrence, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Previous homeowner left us with a mess and we needed new gas lines installed in our house. Gary did an awesome job on everything. He explained why certain things couldn’t be repaired, installed all new properly rated pipe, and rerouted everything so that it was more efficient and it looks clean and tidy. Highly recommend"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Torre Acres, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Lawrence, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I do not even remember how I found Steve. But he was the only person to come out and look at my project. Gave me a great price and continued to follow up. They came out and within 4 hours they had my place looking completely different. I tossed a money wrench in our plans because the asphalt company was able to get me in but they worked great together. Steve was my unofficial onsite Forman he truly looked out for my best interest and saving money where I could, I highly recommend Torre Acres and look forward to working with Steve and Denny"
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

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