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Fazio Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Vanderbilt, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Went very well he put in a French drain then followed up with grass seed and hay. Great job and now the ground is no longer holding water."
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Response time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hribal’s Land Maintenance LLC
5.0(
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Serving Vanderbilt, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They have done a few projects for us. Everything always turn out beautifully done. They are the people we call for any size job that we have. From my own home to my rentals and commercial properties. Price is always fair and work is exceptional!"
Old foundation removal
Old foundation removal
Old foundation removal
Yard grading
New home construction

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Keystone Contracting & Building LLC
4.5(
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Serving Vanderbilt, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ralph Brown, the owner and project manager of RSI Concrete Pro, is knowledgeable, reliable, competent, and meticulous. He recently completed a concrete driveway project for us which included a French drain and a decorative curb . The completed driveway exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend RSI Concrete Pro."
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+5

Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trench Pros Inc
5.0(
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Serving Vanderbilt, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner and his team were amazing. They transformed my landscape following my budget and gave me the highest quality you can get. They were super communicative and explained everything in detail. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
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Retaining Wall

+3

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Sloan Construction Company
New to Angi

Serving Vanderbilt, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. Thank you for choosing Sloan Construction Inc

Response time10 mins
Pro Excavating and Utilities LLC
5.0(
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Serving Vanderbilt, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys were prompt, courteous, knowledgeable and skilled. â True professionalsâ showed up when they said they would for an emergency gas line repair excavation. They did not cause any unnecessary yard damage and even seamlessly replaced the grass where they dug. Top notch service and I would highly recommend!!!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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