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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Trappe - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Michael C. Cozzone Excavating, LLC
Michael C. Cozzone Excavating, LLC
5.0(
49
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Micheal performed final grading for our pool project. I found Micheal to be very responsive and attentive to detail. He was straight forward in his pricing and responsive to all of our concerns. He arrived when promised and worked a full day. I highly recommend him for your excavating and grading needs."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A & Y Landscaping & Tree Services LLC
A & Y Landscaping & Tree Services LLC
4.7(
84
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n \nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Pana Landscaping LLC
Pana Landscaping LLC
4.6(
53
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan at Pana Landscaping was a pleasure to work with. He listened to what we wanted. Ten dying bushes were removed and were replaced with beautiful new ones . The bordering Belgian blocks finished the work perfectly. We highly recommend Pana Landscaping."
Completed walkway
Aerial walkway view
Completed walkway
New Walkway Isntallation
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+10

79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by34%of homeowners
Avatar for Greenstone Gardens
Greenstone Gardens
4.8(
23
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I couldn’t be happier with my new backyard walkway. Greenstone Gardens did an exceptional and professional job planning and executing this project. Mark Senior is great. He had great ideas, didn’t pressure me, and came up with a very fair price. The crew was excellent. My backyard looks so much cleaner and neater now. I will definitely use this company for future landscape projects. Thank you for your terrific work!"
Devon Stone Patio
Existing Concrete Before
E.P. Henry Old Towne Cobble Walkway
Overview of Patio
Driveway Before

+36

Response time1 day
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for JB Landscape Contractors, LLC
JB Landscape Contractors, LLC
4.2(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Hired them in spring 2026 for a boulder ramp and grass seeding (about 360 sq ft), roughly $6,500 total. Two issues with the work. The topsoil they filled has since settled into a low spot deep enough that it's hard to push a mower across ? a grading issue that affects everyday use. And the grass they seeded was dead by early summer, within months of the install. They came back out and agreed to fix it by reseeding. I took that as standing behind the original work, so I was surprised when they sent a $400 bill for it ($250 labor, $150 seed and straw) ? essentially full price for a brand-new seeding job that size. I offered to pay the $150 for materials and asked them to cover the labor as making good on the install. I never received a reply after 10 days. The project price was reasonable, but the finish quality and the after-the-fact service didn't match it. If you hire them, get grading and finish expectations in writing up front."
Full garden redesign
Drainage solutions
Drainage solutions
Drainage solutions
Drainage solutions

+4

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Avatar for Davis Home Remodel and Flips
Davis Home Remodel and Flips
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired the Davis remodeling company in June to rid our property of a tremendous amount of yard debris. Larnell was quick to respond and came out promptly for an estimate. He did an amazing job, which was not easy on an extremely hot day! Estimate was reasonable and would definitely recommend! He is also a very nice and professional person!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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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